Furniture Shopping & Paint Decisions

[@katharineleeder9348]

Love your fashion content but am really enjoying your renovation vlogs ..... can’t wait to see how it all turns out!

[@aliaelborai]

I love how genuinely full of Love you are for your animals

[@busrad1713]

Even without a good lighting sanded oil looks so much better. And with time if you dont likw it you can sand and paint another colour.

[@busrad1713]

With paint I would go with Farrow and Ball one even tho it is cooler. Bc everything else is warm colour (furniture) it would look good I think. Maybe you can colour match it in another brand

[@velvetgh0st]

i have to say, it took me FIVE tins of dulux to paint my dining room with 2 coats and HALF a tin of F&B to paint my living room with 2 coats. the difference in quality is insane so don’t let the price put you off because i’ve saved money overall by painting my rooms with F&B paint. i doubt you would’ve needed anymore than 1 medium tin of F&B to paint your bedroom! if not then 3/4 of a large tin. only half way through so idk which you went with but thought i’d chime in with my experience haha!

[@samanthapage4010]

Gabriella ♡ Agree with this, excellent coverage. Emma, bite the bullet, I’d be surprised if you’re not happy with it!

[@leoneo2244]

Same here. I love the quality and the richness of the pigment of F&B It worth the money trust me And the quality is so good you actually need less paint

[@ireneclark1817]

I'm loving the right hand side warmer tone even more so because it is a more realistic price👌

[@jaccroft]

Whilst FB is good , Dulux TRADE is just as good and half the price ! Any colours you get mixed to match a shade from a different name will ALWAYS mix differently . Take a look at Egyptian cotton it's a great colour and would go with the railings . To do a good job you would always do at least 2 coats of any paint and if FB is a darker colour , you could always do the first coat in the cheaper one and 2nd one in FB . I bet tho once you've done it , it will look lovely regardless cos the overall look is same . Always start your painting top down and cut in your edges top edge first and any internal corners first then roll main wall . It won't matter if you get the paint on the skirting , cos you cut that in last . The darkest stain looks the best on your bed , don't paint it at this stage , you can always do that later if you don't like the stain . But I think it will look like just what you are thinking , I get the vibe ! Lovely 😊👍

[@jaccroft]

Dulux trade is not what you buy in the likes of B&Q . You should go to the Dulux shop if you have one by you . X

[@vivianlamonica625]

I am so invested in your home remodel!!! Get home from work and have to see what changes you’ve made. Love you, Vivian

[@avrilburrell3938]

Apparently if you go to Johnstone’s paint centres they have the colour codes for farrow and ball and will be the best match!

[@meagana6748]

Found your channel from your renovation videos !!! Love your home account on Instagram and these videos !!! I hope you continue to keep us updated !!

[@EmmaHill]

YEs lots more coming as we redecorate the house 👍❤️

[@zaraparadise]

Renovation is more interesting then fashion especially when u do the work ur self gives viewers great ideas loving the recent content

[@ve.o.]

Really enjoying the renovation vlogs, can’t wait to see the next big project!!

[@victoriaspanou5889]

Aw I just love the clicky sound of the b's 😍😍

[@clotilde7752]

hi emma! jumping in to let you know that you could use a mirror to direct the sunlight on the back of the bed so that you can see the effects of the paint!!

[@Itssnitchy]

I love how everything is coming along! Thank you for sharing the progress :D

[@tiffany9924]

Love your home reno videos, keep them coming!

[@jenniferboyle2865]

I’ve tried to colour match a couple of Farrow and ball paint, but they never came up the same colour. If you buy the paint in a Farrow and Ball store you can get 5L tin which saves quite a bit of money.

[@jaidepoppy]

I had a similar situation but ended up going to F&B and the quality of the paint is so much better taking less coats, but also they have colour changing tech in their paints. This is probably why b&q can’t colour match identical to others. Your wardrobes are looking so gorgeous! Love the gold handles against the dark colour 😍🙌🏻✨

[@Luciwho1]

I've painted a whole room, hated it, and gone right back up to the hardware store for a different color...it makes for a long day! So I get your dilemma ; )

[@joanhaughton3391]

I would go back to where the Valspar paint was mixed and tell them it's not a match for the sample you provided and they should mix it again. It's been done for me in the past basically because they haven't provided a match. Worth a try !!

[@MoonlitUnicorn]

Hope you went with Farrow & Ball 'cos that's the one you prefer Yes it's expensive, but it's not like you'll be repainting it for sometime 🙂

[@pamelaatkinsonscats2873]

That's a bit frustrating about the paint colour. That warehouse looked a fascinating place for furniture. I'm enjoying these videos.

[@conniestrand5727]

Can't wait to see the finished bedroom renovation and am curious about the basement project. I too ponder paint colors. It would almost be easier if they didn't have so many shades to choose from.

[@anneblommaert]

I am really enjoying these renovation vlogs - cannot wait for the next one

[@pikkukaisu1]

Farrow and Ball, it’s expensive but always much nicer! My bedroom is Cornforth white, it’s beautiful X

[@shirleymclean5895]

Sending best to both and doggies for 2020🍾🎉⭐️

[@kirstyvinter2749]

I’m a total fan of wood being stained, it will hide any scuffs if you catch the wood in the future better than paint too. I love your new furniture so I think the bed will look lovely in a similar stain. It’s all looking amazing! X

[@LomasLifestyle]

I cried using farrow and ball and curse every now and then but there are some colours and feel that only they could do. I can feel your pain 🤗

[@natatatt]

Don't feel bad posting less fashion content for the next while. Decor is fashion-adjacent IMO! Plus I'm planning to move to a new place (which will likely require renos) in the next year so selfishly I want to see more of this type of content. :)

[@pennydavis2990]

Happy new year's Emma and Simon looking forward to the renovation of the bedroom I love the colors

[@ellieroberts3291]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who can't choose paint! My husband is currently hassling me to make up my mind on a colour for our bathroom, but there's just too much choice these days. Good luck with your decorating, and I'm interested to tour your basement - sounds a useful space to have.

[@EmmaHill]

🤣🙈

[@tinahancock4967]

It looks like valspar just has a pinky undertone which you are not liking. To adjust is needs a little green tint to neutralize it, they could easily do that if they have a good paint person.good luck!

[@paolaalviz7104]

7:16 🐾🐾🤣so cute! And also 7:50 little steps 😂sorry Emma it was a bit funny. I renovated myself our old house and we sold it. Trying to pick the right color it is so frustrating! What I did one time trying to match the paint I liked without spending more money, I went to my local Home Depot and brought them a chip of paint and they matched it perfectly. Mixing your own pain could be a lot of work. Worth it, but still a lot of work. Can’t wait for the next video〰️

[@paolaalviz7104]

Actually 7:38-7:50 😂

[@skylilly1]

Paint, window and bedding, appliances and their color, furniture, lighting fixtures.. It can be so stressful to put it all together. You really want to love it when it's finished. LOL

[@premanjalisingh1782]

Happy New year Emma and Simon! If I stayed anywhere near London, I would have helped!

[@rattylol]

One is pink and one is green tinged.

[@anaguerra7337]

Hi Emma.. Was rumming around all the comments and it's so funny to see all the opinions.. Paint the bed.. Don't paint it.. Paint.. Don't!! 🤪🤪It won't help you decide, but.. I'm sure you will get it right.. I love all this content and of course I'm following the new instagram account.. Can't wait for the basement makeover.. Best of luck with your choices... 😍 😍 😍

[@balletxxflats]

wow the staining on the bed looks fab!!

[@susanwhite9768]

My uncles a painter and says if you have a water stain paint over it in an iol basesd white paint let it dry then paint over it with a colour of your chioce and it works allso you dont need to re do it ever again the iol in the iol based 7nder coat paint seals the stain

[@alisonmckenzie1415]

Love agood rummage around furniture outlets. Good Luck Emma with your D I Y hope all goes well. Cannot wait for next vlog X.

[@melledelvani]

I’m enjoying the home content. You have good taste, so I’m sure you’ll figure out the paint situation.

[@shannoncarr7338]

The f&b one is better, other is too warm, pink.

[@Missladypenny]

I’m enjoying your renovation videos.

[@weisabunny]

7:21 Oh I wish you coulda seen my dog perk up, run around looking for the source of that FUN noise!!! 🐶🤣💜

[@EmmaHill]

😍

[@aspasiasp1856]

Emma I really loooove this type of videos!!! Getting so excited!! Good luck with everything!!❤❤

[@LouiseT2405]

I think as well the grey you currently have might be throwing off the shades, im sure the valpsar will be fine. We had the same issue we painted Valspar Pristine over magnolia and it literally looked green until we finished painting it was so weird!! Love your home videos!

[@katyb5068]

In my experience, you really do need less farrow and ball to paint a room. It’s such a good quality paint, think it’s worth the splurge!

[@SomaraaS]

Addicted to your home reno content, just saying..

[@Asyma88]

I love love interior design videos!!! Please keep going 😍🙏👏👏👏 ratan looking wardrobe was awesome and velvet sofas! I used to own forest green large sofa and it was beautiful

[@marjorierushie7737]

Hi Emma, your house is coming up nicely. Please tell me where you bought that beautiful fiddle leaf plant.

[@EmmaHill]

A flower market in London called Columbia road flower market 👍

[@marjorierushie7737]

Thank you. I really appreciate.

[@karenmarks6553]

Love watching your Reno vlogs & following along on insta xx

[@nataliekeane8944]

I just had to show my husband you walking around with your phone Emma, remember I said we have Sonos but I still didn't understand what you were doing, lol? He said you musn't have very good wifi in the uk where you are. We don't have to do that apparently here in Australia, especially Tasmania. So, now I can sleep, hahaha, I was intrigued. We have the sound bar as well and now we have the Sonos Move, as of Christmas!!! Bloody brilliant, now I can drag the music all around our 1/2 acre yard.....I'm sure the neighbours will be thrilled. Ha! Also, that rattan wardrobe....omg....you could whack shelves in it and have it in a lounge even as a media unit or bookcase. I LOVED it! X

[@EmmaHill]

That is strange. Ours recommends doing that to tune the sound to the room - something called true play (or true sound, I can't remember 🙈)

[@nataliekeane8944]

@@EmmaHill right!! I'm going to relay that message! Maybe we don't even have that recommended to us in Australia, is it something to do with surround sound and where to best place your speakers!!?? I don't want to think we are missing out on getting even better sound. ;) Actually, I'll bypass the husband and google, google knows everything. X

[@nataliekeane8944]

@@EmmaHill well, that was easy. Yes, you are quite right. It is called True play and its tuning the speakers to the best acoustics of the room. We have two speakers and a bloody sound bar in the one room and I don't know that the app was available when we first got them. It must be quite new. Brilliant, we have just put them in different areas of our open plan area so we should give this a try and see if it makes any difference to listening quality. Thanks Emma. X

[@EmmaHill]

We did notice the volume was different in our original 2 as one is in the kitchen and one in the bedroom - the kitchen is larger (longer) so the settings are slightly different on the 2 once you have done true play (I think anyway 🤣🙈)

[@shannoncarr7338]

I just wanted to add if you think you find the cool grey floor a bit clashy with the warm wood bed frame?

[@EmmaHill]

The floor is white with a light grey grain 👍

[@shannoncarr7338]

@@EmmaHill Ooh, camera changes it I guess.

[@Ni_kki__]

That’s aladdins cave made me chuckle Emma! 😅

[@Meesilane]

I would match the bed colour with the wardrobe :)

[@gem5098]

Have you been to Affordable Home Store in Lakeside? Similar sort of deal (the staff member described the buying process like T K Maxx - leftover stock and auctions). All brand new furniture displayed nicely in a proper shop and the prices seemed too good to be true! I bought a gorgeous tan leather 2 seater sofa, 1 seater sofa and foot rest/storage) for £600 and it should have been over £1500. I’m over the moon with them and could have gone mad in there, everything was lovely

[@EmmaHill]

I don't recall the name but we have been into all the furniture stores at lakeside so we must have 🙈🤣

[@deborahbedford1459]

Do you have Benjamin Moore in the UK? Your Farrow and Ball looks like it has a blue/green undertone? I’m painting my house in Benjamin Moore Gray Owl which looks like your F&B Swatch. Having said all that those are chameleon colours and change from room to room and time of day

[@EmmaHill]

Not that I am aware of, although that means nothing as I know very little about paint aside from what has been mentioned on here 🙈

[@Grahamcracker6366]

I like the stain on the bed. I’m enjoying these videos.

[@jojo-tl5ei]

I'm rooting for you guys. Go with what you prefer. I've been know to repaint a couple of times until I get it right lol. I've contemplated going white or off-white throughout to avoid this dilemma. 😂

[@pikkukaisu1]

Try Osmo Polyx Oil Raw (3044) on your bed 😘

[@pikkukaisu1]

It’s still natural wood, but will keep oak at raw stage and stop it warming or yellowing up. I think natural wood is a lovely element with all the cooler colours X

[@cheekyllamacreations]

Good luck with all your decisions! 🤪

[@ellisrose8017]

Hey Emma, I watched your video on the kitchen reno again, and I noticed your cutlery in the drawer, when you were giving the final tour. Do you remember where you bought it from?

[@EmmaHill]

The cutlery is from Next (although its old so not sure if they still have it) and the drawer is from howdens 👍

[@ellisrose8017]

@@EmmaHill Ohh Thanks so much. I will have a look, because I am not sure if they ship to the Netherlands. But anyways, what beautiful cutlery you have :D

[@Frick_79]

Love your usual content but also really love these videos!! Reminds me of doing our own renovations and love seeing the transformations. You’re doing an awesome job so far 💪🏻 #diywithemma 😂 The paint thing is such a pain, but I’m sure you will get the right one you want in the end. Did the water mark spray work for you? We had the same issue with a stain on the spare room roof but after 2 coats it still shone through the paint 😤🤷🏻‍♀️It wasn’t ronseal but another similar make from B&Q.

[@EmmaHill]

Not sure yet, seems to be ok but I guess only time will tell as we have painted it before and it has still some through. I will keep you posted 👍❤️

[@Frick_79]

Emma Hill aww thank you 🙏🏻 😘

what area are these furniture stores in i wouldd loveeeeeee to rummage in these 💜💜💜

[@EmmaHill]

The main one is near Stratford in London 👍🏼

Emma Hill thank youuu!

[@shaheershujaat2223]

Wow Emma you look very nice and beautiful amazing video well done Happy New Year 😊😊❤️❤️👍👍

[@Radiatingbeauty]

Hello It has been awhile and I missed the last few videos..... you are looking great might I say. Wow the new tv looks great! Emma you are always busy that seems like a lot of work the painting and getting everything ready for that. Cannot wait to see it all done.

[@EmmaHill]

❤️ It isn't a new TV - we were testing out a new surround system but decided against it as the one we have is better for the moment 👍

[@romy7976]

Oh that’s so annoying about the colour match. I thought they were spot on.. maybe it was just a dodgy mix? Pretty sure brewers can also do a f&b mix. Lovvvvving the interior content! Would love to see an update on how you are finding your new kitchen x

[@MsSonali1980]

The f&b looked greener compared to the pinker generic colour. I just would ask to add green (or blue in this case since the generic one is already warmer) until it fits. Or diy (but remember the ratio xD). I'm poor so I have to mix what I got when I painted my wall, the colour is unique aka not remixable since I don't have the ratio. Sucks, because I planned two walls but it wasn't enough paint and I can't mix it again.

[@ireneclark1817]

Fantastic news will look forward tonthe interiors content👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@Carolineflorist]

I stand with what I Sayed on Sunday on IG. PICK THE WARM COLOR😍 and I would match the bed to the wardrobes.!

[@elizabethstart7466]

Use a mirror to get the light.

[@elizabethhogg610]

You will never get a true match . If you colour match . I’ve used farrow and ball twice ..in my kitchen .And in my bedroom .. it is pricy . A git to work with .. think it’s the chalk in the paint . Other thing it’s easily chipped . Also I find it changes colour . From the light . Saying all this .. they do such lovely colours ..And I would use it again ..X

[@emilytiny8057]

I quite like the idea on staining the bed as it would suit the lovely chest of drawers you have. If you didn’t like it could you go over it with the wardrobe colour? 🤷🏼‍♀️ Also, did the bit on the wardrobe that you patched up blend in the end? I totally get you with the paint messing up your mind 🤣 I’ve been there. It’s all going to look great once it’s finished x

[@EmmaHill]

It should do once we go over it with a roller, but haven't got round to it yet 🤣🙈

[@silverflipflop4622]

I’m feeling your pain! Currently trying to decide on paint for 2 bedrooms, I feel like my heads going to explode! 🤯

[@EmmaHill]

🤣

[@elizabethhowse5471]

I got a wee bit excited when you mentioned the furniture store in Stratford.....thats where I live, but in Ontario Canada! Cant you ask the paint store to do the colour but cool it down some....they should be able to help

[@EmmaHill]

🤣 Now that would have been a long journey for paint 🤣

[@mwmsjuly19]

4:35 = James Dean. :)

[@ClaireInspiros]

Morning Emma, I have been an interior designer for 7 yrs, I also wouldn't spend money on F&B instead I mix my own paint colours to create the colour I want. i use a great big bucket and mix various colours to get where I want to be. MIX the paint well in the bucket though, you will save a fortune, I also like to mix chalk paints with emulsion for a really expensive looking pant finish. Looking at the paint you liked (very pale grey) I would say a big tub of emulsion white and some black added a spoon at a time until you get the colour you want, sometimes you may need to add a spoonful or two of blue, the valspar looked more pink to me. This may sound scary but honestly its amazing! I think there is a recent video on my channel with this in? If not feel free to contact me for any advice. Havent finished the video yet so you probably have painted the walls by now .... but hope this helps for future :) Happy new Year x

[@EmmaHill]

Oh wow, how cool. I had never thought about that, Ill take a look 👍

[@MsSonali1980]

I also thought it looked pinker and the f&b a bit greeny compared to the Valspar. I would also try with blue (and maybe green if it turns too violet). I think it is worth a try.

[@theandroids]

Leyland do a better match in farrow & ball and Little Greene.

[@iknowright140]

Paint the bed the same as the wardrobe

[@XO2HKIM]

Is that Cruella Deville I spot on the screen 😁

[@EmmaHill]

😁 Yes it was ❤️

[@ShweMyaukMyauk]

God....THAT TV is massive! I know some people love em but I think they are hideous. I don't own a TV for years because it mess with the aesthetic

[@EmmaHill]

We like it for films and Simon when he is gaming 👍

[@alouella]

My brain works the same way as yours

[@gabiij7930]

Hello Emma, please don't paint your bed, this color is very natural and universal, so it's gonna fit too every interior :) :)

[@aninanovak2956]

I think you have lost your mojo for vlogging, you seem very tired and bothered with so not important things. Wishing you all the best and hope you find your happiness inside you again❤️ Love 🤗

[@ayladuman8302]

❤

[@ChichiMike777]

I don’t think 2 years old isn’t that old . I have clothes that are like 7 8 years old . Come on 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@EmmaHill]

🤣 What I mean is because they are 2 years old, they may not be available in store anymore if someone was looking for them 🙈 Not that they are old old. 🤣

[@ChichiMike777]

Ahhhh ok 😬😬😬😀😀

[@Agatakati]

Pozdrawiam serdecznie :)))

[@annacrivano413]

2 years ago is not old, please! Lets be more sustainable and not label things like that. Im 35 and have a dress from when I was 9, that now is a shirt. I have shirts, shoes and all kind of clothes from my grama and my mom when she was still single. We need to rethink how we label cuz that is the start of everything.

[@EmmaHill]

I think you miss understood (maybe you haven't seen one of my videos before) but when I say it is old I am referring to whether it will still be available in stores to purchase or not - old season - so saves people searching for something in store if it is no longer available. I obviously don't mean it is old and therefore needs to be thrown away, hence why I am still wearing them and using them as style/outfit inspiration 👍

[@ephrussi9765]

Spend the money on F&B!!! You're wasting time.

[@kalibwells]

I know my opinion doesn't matter b because this is an old video haha but I like the warmer paint anyways