Paint and Paper Library

Manufactured and designed to the highest standards right here in the UK, Paint & Paper Library is a luxury British brand of paint renowned for its distinctive palette of 180 architectural colours. Inspired by both historical and modern interiors, the Paint and Paper Library paint collection offers carefully considered colours, including stepped shades of neutrals and sophisticated hues designed to work harmoniously across a variety of interior spaces.

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Paint and Paper Library

Paint & Paper Library is a luxury British brand renowned for its carefully considered palette of sophisticated, high-quality paint colours. Founded in London by interior designer David Oliver, the brand has developed a distinctive collection for interior designers, architects, decorators and homeowners, with paints manufactured in the UK to exceptionally high standards. Paint & Paper Library is also officially accredited by RIBA, the Royal Institute of British Architects.

The current Paint & Paper Library colour card brings together 195 colours, combining the carefully graduated Architectural Colours with the more distinctive Original Colours. The Architectural palette comprises stepped shades of neutrals and other hues, with each family formulated using different strengths of the same pigment to create harmonious tonal schemes.

Paint and Paper Library Colours


The Paint and Paper Library colours are designed to make creating sophisticated interior schemes simple. The Architectural Colours are arranged into graduated families from I to V, allowing lighter and darker versions of related shades to be combined across walls, ceilings, woodwork and architectural features.

Paint & Paper Library Mockingbird - A strong and deeply muted blue, this stunning paint colour would make a fabulous addition to a livingroom, bedroom or even bathroom. Pair it with the beautifully vibrant Kasbah for a striking contrast.

Paint & Paper Library Wattle V -A beautiful neutral shade with a hint of green, Wattle V would make a wonderful addition to both your interior and exterior surfaces.

Paint & Paper Scarlet 'n' Rust - A moody mixture of red and brown, this deep and daring shade would be the perfect for making a statement. Why not opt for using it on your kitchen cupboards or a piece of wooden furniture?

Paint and Paper Library Samples

Choosing the right colour can be difficult, particularly because natural and artificial lighting can significantly alter how a shade appears. Paint and Paper Library samples allow you to test your chosen colour in your own home before committing to a larger quantity.

The manufacturer's current advice is to order sample pots and apply the paint over a broad area, observing how the colour responds to changing light throughout the day.

Paint and Paper Library Stockists

At Decorating Centre Online, you can explore the full Paint & Paper Library collection and find your chosen colour and finish for your decorating project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Paint & Paper Library Finishes Can Be Used On Exterior Surfaces?

For exterior surfaces, we recommend using the following finishes -

Architects' Eggshell - A top choice for your exterior woodwork & walls.

Architects' Satinwood - Extremely hard-wearing, this Satinwood paint is perfect for exterior woodwork.

Architects' Gloss - Delivers a beautifully glossy finish to your exterior woodwork, furniture and metalwork. 

Architects’ All Surface Primer - A water based undercoat suitable for exterior use.

What Paint & Paper Library Finishes Can Be Used On Interior Surfaces?

Paint & Paper Library paint finishes that can be used internally include:

Architects' Matt - Delivering a a beautiful flat finish, this designer matt paint can be used on interior walls and ceilings, woodwork, radiators and tiles.

Architects’ Eggshell -A high performance paint that's perfect for your kitchen and bathroom walls.

Architects’ Satinwood- A self priming satin paint that's a great choice for interior woodwork such as furniture, skirting boards and windows.

Architects’ All Surface Primer - Tinted to the shade of your chosen topcoat, this all surface primer paint can be used to cover surfaces such as woodwork, tiles and metal.

Where can I buy Paint & Paper Library?

You can buy a wide variety of Paint & Paper Library paint directly from Decorating Centre Online via our website. Simply choose your preferred paint shade, select your finish of choice and add it to your basket and continue to the checkout. We offer free standard delivery on all orders over £60.00 and can provide a next day delivery service if required.

Rather shop in store? We also have our full range of Paint & Paper Library paint shades available for you to browse through from the comfort of our own store. Our friendly and helpful team are ready to help.