Rodmell Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®

Rodmell in Your Space

Rodmell is not a purple that announces itself. It is dusty and complex, sitting somewhere between damson and slate, with an indigo quality that gives it a depth that most colours simply cannot reach. It is the kind of colour that changes in different light — cooler and more withdrawn in the morning, richer and more present by evening — and that quality is exactly what makes it so compelling to live with.

It is a colour with real design conviction. Sophisticated without being precious, dramatic without being loud, it brings a quiet authority to any piece it touches. Use it in a considered, cool scheme and it becomes contemplative and still. Place it alongside warmer tones and it creates a tension that feels entirely intentional — the purple finding the warmth and pushing back against it in a way that feels alive.

Colour Companions

Cool & Contemplative

• Paris Grey — soft and quietly cool, alongside Rodmell it creates a pairing that feels atmospheric, considered, and full of gentle, faded elegance
• Versailles — soft and yellow-green, it finds a beautiful, unexpected resolution alongside Rodmell that feels painterly and full of quiet sophistication

Earthy & Grounded

• Olive — muted and richly green, alongside Rodmell it creates a pairing that feels deeply organic, considered, and full of earthy, artistic character
• Firle — soft and understated, it finds a gentle ease alongside Rodmell that feels calm, layered, and quietly beautiful

Finishing Touches

• Clear Wax — the natural finish for Rodmell, it protects while preserving the dusty, complex quality of the colour completely
• Dark Wax — worked into details and edges, it deepens the indigo quality of Rodmell and adds a beautiful, atmospheric richness

When You Want to Mix

Rodmell adds depth, complexity, and a quiet atmospheric quality to any colour it is blended with — use it when you want a shade that feels more considered and more painterly without losing its original character.

How to Apply

Rodmell builds beautifully in two coats, each layer deepening the dusty, indigo-purple quality that makes this colour so distinctive. It rewards a considered approach — the more carefully it is applied, the more its true atmospheric depth reveals itself.

The Chalk Paint® Difference

Annie Sloan invented Chalk Paint® in 1990 and it changed furniture painting forever. The formula is water-based, ultra-low VOC (2.2g/l), and virtually odour-free — and it bonds to almost any surface without the stripping, sanding, or priming that traditional paints demand. One tin, one brush, and you're ready to go.

It works on timber, metal, concrete, brick, laminate, and plastic. Indoors or out. Smooth and matte or heavily textured. The finish is entirely yours to decide.

Before You Begin

Give your tin a good stir — no shaking needed. Load your brush and work in smooth, even strokes. One coat often surprises you with how much it covers; a second coat gives you full, solid opacity. Always let each coat dry completely before continuing.

Making It Your Own

• Build up thick layers for a sculptural, impasto effect, then seal with wax
• Sand back lightly once dry to reveal what's underneath and create genuine, earned wear
• Add a little water to thin the paint into a translucent wash that lets the wood grain breathe through
• Blend colours directly on the piece — Chalk Paint® mixes beautifully for completely custom results

Sealing & Protection

Annie Sloan Clear Wax is the classic finish — it protects and adds a subtle, natural sheen. Dark Wax settles into mouldings and edges for depth and shadow. For outdoor pieces or high-traffic surfaces, Annie Sloan Lacquer gives a harder, weather-resistant finish.

A Few Questions We Hear Often

Will it work outside?
Yes — seal it with Annie Sloan Lacquer and it will handle the elements beautifully.

Does it have to be sealed?
Not always. Decorative pieces that won't see daily wear can be left as they are. For anything that gets touched, wiped, or sat on regularly, wax or lacquer will protect your work.

Can I mix my own colours?
Absolutely — it's one of the great joys of Chalk Paint®. Mix directly in the tin or on the piece itself.

Which brush should I use?
Annie Sloan's Flat Brush gives a smooth, even finish. Her Round Brush is ideal for working paint into carved details and creating texture.

How much do I need?
One litre covers approximately 13 square metres. The 120ml size is perfect for smaller pieces, testing colours, and mixing experiments.