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photo of painted doorThe Victorian period was an era of public crazes and fads, one of which was the supernatural. It has been mused that the Victorians’ obsession with all things ghostly might be related to the paint used at that time. Fact or fiction? Keep reading to find out. 

image of studyHow do paints get their names? From Eau de Nil to Camisole Pink, Craig & Rose have their fair share of paint names that excite and inspire with different means of determining the most appropriate name. Read more to find out the reasoning behind the names of just a few of our fabulous paints.

image of yellow cabHave you wondered why most cities in the world to have yellow taxis? The Yellow Cab Co. of Chicago chose yellow for its taxis, setting a trend across the United States and creating an iconic symbol of urban life in the 20th century. Keep reading to find out more about this bright and bold colour and it's use.

painted wallPaint colours can very significantly in different lighting conditions. Surface quality is an important factor when considering the end result and is a key factor to look out for. Read more

paint lidsMany houses and flats have a central room from which you can see several other rooms. Using unrelated colours in connecting rooms can lead to an unharmonious end result whereas a carefully considered colour plan will help to create a pleasing flow. Read more to find out how you can create harmony between the adjoining rooms in your home.