Patrick Baty will explain how one can learn what paint colours were used during this period. The treatment of panelled rooms – in particular, the disposition of colour – will be discussed, with examples of how many modern decorators misunderstand this and produce nonsensical results. The ‘Good Taste Brigade’ would have one believe that all early paints were ‘chalky’. This is far from true and the advantages of a finish with a sheen will be explained.

During the 18th century ready-mixed paint colours were sold by the colourman and Patrick will outline those being offered. The prices charged for various colours will be given and, it will be seen, that there was a distinct hierarchy based on cost.

Patrick will then outline the conventions behind the use of colour in certain parts of the house with examples taken from recent restoration. projects. Patrick will show some examples of quite unusual decorative schemes that he has uncovered and also indicate that there are occasions where a ‘pure’ approach to redecoration might be disregarded.

The talk starts at 6.30pm.

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