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North Wales Live
29-06-2025
- General
- North Wales Live
'I swapped budget paint for new Millie Mackintosh range and it's incredible'
Upon buying my own house, I hadn't anticipated the sheer volume of work it would entail. From painting to wallpapering, panelling, laying floors, and general carpentry, there's hardly a task I haven't tackled. Three years of relentless DIY have honed my ability to distinguish quality paint, which piqued my interest when I was invited to try out the new Millie Mackintosh range by COAT Paints. I must admit, the results have left me impressed. Over a year ago, I decided to revamp my hallway with a rich dark green on the lower section, complemented by a soft cream hue above and a sleek black finish on the doors. The decision to go for darker shades was driven by a desire to conceal the inevitable marks and scuffs brought in by my dog. While it did mask the dirt well, I hadn't considered how dark it would make the area feel. Thankfully, natural light from a landing window kept the upper floor bright, but the entrance hallway suffered from an unwelcoming, gloom – not the first impression I wanted for my home. Despite my dissatisfaction with the atmosphere, the thought of redoing it seemed too daunting, so I resigned myself to living with it for a while, reports the Mirror. However, when the chance arose to inject some new life into the space, I seized it eagerly. Delving into COAT's latest offerings, I selected the "soft fresh green" Manifest for the lower walls and paired it with the "Earthy Pale Beige" Centred for the upper sections. Having a dog and a young child, I was hesitant about using matt paint due to its propensity for marking easily. Instead, I opted for the soft sheen variant, which offers a more durable finish that's easy to clean off any grubby handprints. First impressions The paint was delivered promptly and securely packaged with tape on the lid and clips on the tin to prevent any mishaps during transit. The sticker indicating who mixed the paint adds a personal touch, reflecting COAT's commitment to sustainability. The company asserts that each colour in this new palette is designed with minimal environmental impact in mind, utilising COAT's made-to-order model to reduce waste and ensure every paint can serves a purpose. As previously mentioned, I've experimented with numerous paint brands over the years, and it was immediately evident that this one is of high quality. It applies effortlessly without dragging and feels incredibly smooth on the wall. I also noticed it has very little odour, eliminating the unpleasant lingering smell often associated with painting - plus, it dries rapidly. The Centred beige shade evokes memories of Dulux's Egyptian Cotton ( £36 for 5L at B&Q), a colour I've previously chosen for my living room. Centred offers a tranquil and neutral tone that, in my opinion, would suit virtually any space seeking a calming atmosphere. I was so taken with it that I even extended the colour to the ceiling, banishing the conventional white in the process. Admittedly, painting the ceiling to match the walls isn't everyone's cup of tea, but it's an interior design trend I've embraced and repeated on several occasions. However, it was the green hue of Manifest that truly delighted me when I tackled the lower section of the wall. This lighter green breathed new life into the hallway with each stroke of the brush. Generally speaking, the paint provided excellent coverage; although covering a dark shade with a lighter one can sometimes be troublesome, a single coat did a commendable job, with just a second coat needed to perfect areas where the darker colour peeked through. Choosing a soft sheen finish for its added resilience proved to be a wise decision. After installing new glass doors and inadvertently knocking the freshly painted walls during the process (the doors were quite heavy, in my defence), I'm relieved to report that the paint has withstood the initial wear and tear remarkably well. I also snapped up a 1-litre tin of Manifest with an eggshell finish priced at £38, captivated by its suitability for metal – an ideal choice to brighten up the hallway radiator. It was a swift job; just a couple of coats did the trick, flawlessly complementing the wall colour. There's hardly anything to criticise, overall I've been very impressed with it, the only thing of note to mention is that it obviously isn't the cheapest out there. The 5-litre tins of both Manifest and Centred cost £96 each, in addition to the 1-litre of eggshell paint at £38. This paint truly excels in quality, yet comes with a more premium price compared to some other brands. For those watching their budget, my experience over the years has led me to find Dulux trustworthy at the budget-friendly end. A particular favourite of mine is their 'Overtly Olive' green in the 'Easycare' range, claiming to be "washable and tough" – which, in my case, has proven true. You can bag this for £42 for 5 litres at B&Q. Lick is another brand I've used, painting my main bedroom in a blue tone and finding it a delight to work with, though the cost is pricey at £39 for a 2.5-litre tin. What else is in the Millie Mackintosh range? The elegantly chosen Millie Mackintosh collection presents a palette ideal for every corner of the home, from serene bedrooms to lively bathrooms. The 35 year old former 'Made in Chelsea' star shared her thoughts on the venture: "Creating a mindful home environment has been essential to me, especially as I've navigated motherhood and my personal wellness journey. "Every colour in this collection is a reflection of that - whether it's the calming tones of 'Balance' or the warm embrace of 'Gratitude.' I wanted this palette to encourage people to slow down, reflect, and create spaces that feel comforting and rejuvenating." The COAT x Millie Mackintosh range boasts six unique hues. The lineup includes Presence, a Blush Plaster Pink; Poise, a Pale Blush Pink; Centred, an Earthy Pale Beige; Renew, a Teal Blue; Manifest, a Soft Fresh Green; and Nourish, a gentle muted sage green. With each shade available in six different finishes – Flat Matt, Soft Sheen, Interior Eggshell, Exterior Eggshell, Claypaint, and Floor Paint – there's a perfect texture for every surface touch-up or transformation. Prices across the collection cater to various needs and projects, starting at £30 for 1L, £56 for 2.5L, and reaching £96 for 5L cans. To make decision-making simpler, eco-friendly peel-and-stick samples are available for each colour, boasting fully-recyclable credentials and claimed 100% colour match accuracy with the actual paint.
Daily Mirror
28-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
'Millie Mackintosh's new paint range brought my hallway to life'
COAT Paints has a reputation for quality, so I put two stylish colours to the test on the walls of my home Nobody told me when I bought my own house the amount of work it would involve. Painting, wallpapering, panelling, floor fitting, general joinery - you name it and I've probably done it. One thing three years of DIY has taught me is how to spot a good paint from a bad one, which is why I was intrigued when offered the chance to test out paints in COAT Paints' striking new Millie Mackintosh range. I have to say I'm very impressed. I painted my hallway just over a year ago, opting for a dark green bottom half, while leaving the top a sort of cream colour and giving the doors a once over in black paint. My motivation for decorating the area a bit darker had been to make the general muck and wear and tear from my dog coming in and out of the house a bit less obvious. And while it did achieve that aim, one thing I didn't account for was how dark, so very dark it made the space feel. Thanks to a window on the landing, the upstairs was fine, but the entrance hallway had a really gloomy cave-like feel to it, which isn't what you want to feel when you enter a home. But, given the effort involved, I've just lived with it ever since, despite not being a big fan of the ambience. So the opportunity to give it a refresh is one I grabbed with both hands. Picking from the new COAT range, I went for the "soft fresh green" Manifest to go on the bottom half, and the "Earthy Pale Beige" Centred for the top. I have a dog and a young child, so the thought of using matt paint was troublesome given how it tends to mark easily, so instead I picked the soft sheen for a more durable finish that's easy to wipe any mucky handprints off. First impressions, this is excellent paint The paint arrived quickly and securely packaged with tape on the lid and clips on the tin to ensure there aren't any disasters on its journey to you. The sticker telling you who's mixed the paint is a nice touch too, with COAT really valuing a sustainability ethos. The brand says each colour in this new palette is crafted with minimal environmental impact, using COAT's made-to-order model to eliminate waste and ensure every can of paint has a purpose. As I've already mentioned, I've used a fair few different paint brands in recent years and it was immediately apparent this is of very good quality. It's very easy to apply in that it doesn't drag, and it feels very smooth going on the wall. I also found it has hardly any smell so there wasn't that nasty odour lingering in the air you sometimes get - plus it dries quickly. Centred, the "warm muted beige with soft grey undertones" reminds me a bit of Dulux's Egyptian Cotton (£36 for 5L at B&Q), which I've previously used in my living room. Centred is such a lovely relaxing colour that I'd say would work in almost any room where you want a neutral calming vibe. I liked it so much that I even chose to continue it onto the ceiling too, ditching the traditional white colour in the process. While it's not for everyone, painting the ceiling the same colour is an interior design trend I'm fully on board with and have done a few times now. But when I came to do the bottom half, I was thrilled with the choice of green in Manifest. It's so much lighter than the existing green on the wall and it felt like it was instantly bringing the hallway to life with every brush stroke. Coverage was excellent in the main, I always find painting a lighter colour over a darker one can be a bit of a pain, but after one coat it was broadly covered well, with a second coat to touch up the bits where the dark was still showing through to complete the job. I'm pleased I opted for the soft sheen finish for that added durability. After I'd painted the wall I added some new glass doors and, despite scuffing the walls a couple of times while clumsily barging them into place (in my defence they were very heavy), I'm pleased to say the paint has held up well to initial bumps and scrapes. I also picked up a 1L tin of Manifest in the eggshell finish (£38), largely because it can be used on metal, so I thought I'd give the hallway radiator a splash of colour too. It didn't take much time at all, and within a couple of coats it was all sorted, with the colour matching the wall perfectly. There's hardly anything to criticise, overall I've been very impressed with it, the only thing of note to mention is that it obviously isn't the cheapest out there. I got 5L tins of both Manifest and Centred which are priced at £96 each, while 1L of eggshell paint was £38. As I've mentioned this is really high quality paint, but it is at a higher price point than some other brands. If you are on more of a budget, I've used a variety of paint brands in recent years and have always found Dulux pretty reliable at the cheaper end of the spectrum. One colour I'm particularly fond of and have used in my son's bedroom is Overtly Olive, which can be bought in the brand's 'easycare' finish, which is said to be "washable and tough", something I've found to be true. That's priced at £42 for 5L at B&Q. I've also used Lick previously, painting my main bedroom in a blue colour, and found it to be very nice paint to use, though again it's pricey coming in at £39 for a 2.5L tin. What else is in the Millie Mackintosh range? The curated Millie Mackintosh collection offers an array of tones perfect for every area of the abode, from restful bedroom retreats to splash-prone bathrooms and beyond. The ex-Made in Chelsea icon, aged 35, said of the collaboration: "Creating a mindful home environment has been essential to me, especially as I've navigated motherhood and my personal wellness journey.' "Every colour in this collection is a reflection of that - whether it's the calming tones of 'Balance' or the warm embrace of 'Gratitude.' I wanted this palette to encourage people to slow down, reflect, and create spaces that feel comforting and rejuvenating." The COAT x Millie Mackintosh range includes six colours. There's Presence, a Blush Plaster Pink; Poise, a Pale Blush Pink; Centred, an Earthy Pale Beige; Renew, a Teal Blue; Manifest, a Soft Fresh Green; and Nourish, a soothing, muted sage green. All of the shades come in six finishes, too - Flat Matt, Soft Sheen, Interior Eggshell, Exterior Eggshell, Claypaint, and Floor Paint - so there's a formula for every surface. Depending on how much paint is needed, the collection is available at a range of price points: from £30 for 1L, £56 for 2.5L, or £96 for 5L. Plus, it's easy to try before you buy, with peel-and-stick samples available in each shade which are fully recyclable and said to be 100% accurate to the real paint colour.
North Wales Live
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Shoppers 'transform rooms' using £30 Millie Mackintosh paint range that's 'easy to use'
For those wanting to revitalise their living space, a simple coat of paint can work miracles. Whether you're updating your kitchen cabinets, injecting character with coloured skirting boards, or designing a statement wall in the lounge, the perfect shade of paint can breathe new life into any room. Choosing the ideal paint hue can be tricky, with an overwhelming array of options making the selection process somewhat intimidating. Yet, the latest collection from the luxury, environmentally friendly label COAT Paints may just solve this issue. The brand has teamed up with popular TV figure and health guru Millie Mackintosh for the launch. The collection boasts an array of colours suitable for every nook and cranny in the home, covering bedrooms and bathrooms to kitchens and entrance halls. Discussing her collaboration, Made in Chelsea alum Millie Mackintosh, aged 35, shared: "Creating a mindful home environment has been essential to me, especially as I've navigated motherhood and my personal wellness journey. "Every colour in this collection is a reflection of that - whether it's the calming tones of 'Balance' or the warm embrace of 'Gratitude.' I wanted this palette to encourage people to slow down, reflect, and create spaces that feel comforting and rejuvenating", reports the Mirror. The COAT x Millie Mackintosh range features six unique hues. There's Presence, a Blush Plaster Pink; Poise, a Pale Blush Pink; Centred, an Earthy Pale Beige; Renew, a Teal Blue; Manifest, a Soft Fresh Green; and Nourish, a gentle, muted sage green. All of the hues are available in six finishes - Flat Matt, Soft Sheen, Interior Eggshell, Exterior Eggshell, Claypaint, and Floor Paint - ensuring there's a formula for every surface. Coat Paints Depending on the quantity of paint required, the collection is offered at various price points: from £30 for 1L, £56 for 2.5L, or £96 for 5L. Plus, it's simple to test before purchasing, with peel-and-stick samples available in each shade that are fully recyclable and 100% accurate to the actual paint colour. If this range doesn't quite hit the mark with customers, they could consider Farrow and Ball's new spring range, which features shades like deep red, mustard yellow, olive green and duck-egg blue, with prices around £33 for 750ml to £128 for 5L. Alternatively, House of Hackney offers a broad selection of made-to-order, water-based, low VOC, low odour paints across the colour spectrum, with prices around £59 for 2.5L or £100 for 5L. The paints from COAT - a B Corp Certified company - which are water-based, low V.O.C, premium paints designed to be among the highest-quality on the market, have proven to be popular with shoppers. The Coat paint range has garnered flawless reviews, with one customer exclaiming: "Just had our hallway and landing painted in Coat paint whilst away and all I can say is wow! Decorator not used Coat before but commented on excellent application. We have used Coat before ourselves and found it to be extremely easy to use and also the colours are amazing. Customer service is also second to none. We needed paint quickly and they upgraded to next day delivery." Another reviewer raved about the unique colours: "Beautiful soft hues, with colours you can't find anywhere else. I really enjoyed transforming my rooms with this paint, it has great coverage and is a real joy to use." A customer who opted for the Poise shade saidd: "I love this colour! I really wanted a pink bedroom but not too little girly feel. Poise was the perfect shade for that, it's so soft and subtle but at the same, so girly and a great pink. Did 2 layers and it's so lush!" One reviewer noted a slight discrepancy in the Renew shade's colour representation online, but was pleased with the final result: "The colour is a little different from what it looks like on the website - in my living room anyway - a bit more blue and less teal. It matches the sample sticker perfectly though, so I got what I was expecting." Another criticism came from a customer who experienced issues with delivery, but praised the customer service team for their prompt assistance: "Lovely paint colours, like the eco credentials. Good coverage and nice finish. Some issues with couriers lately, but customer service always very helpful and solve problems quickly." Someone else expressed initial doubts that were quickly dispelled: "I was unsure how pink this would be, but it's just perfect," they remarked about Poise. The COAT range, in collaboration with Millie Mackintosh, is up for grabs on their website.
Daily Mirror
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Luxury eco-friendly paint range pro decorators say is 'excellent'
This new range could be perfect for shoppers looking to spruce up their homes for summer When it comes to giving the home a new lease of life, a lick of paint can work wonders. Whether it's painting the kitchen cupboards, adding a splash of colour to skirting boards, or creating a feature wall in the living room, the right paint can really bring a space to life. Finding the right paint shades for the space can be a hassle - there are so many options out there, and it can feel daunting to commit based on a single swatch. However, a new line of paints from luxury eco-friendly brand COAT Paints, in collaboration with TV personality and wellness advocate Millie Mackintosh, could be the ticket. The range includes a selection of shades for all corners of the home, from bedrooms to bathrooms, kitchens to hallways. Speaking of the range she's worked on, the former Made in Chelsea star, 35, says: "Creating a mindful home environment has been essential to me, especially as I've navigated motherhood and my personal wellness journey. "Every colour in this collection is a reflection of that - whether it's the calming tones of 'Balance' or the warm embrace of 'Gratitude.' I wanted this palette to encourage people to slow down, reflect, and create spaces that feel comforting and rejuvenating." The COAT x Millie Mackintosh range includes six colours. There's Presence, a Blush Plaster Pink; Poise, a Pale Blush Pink; Centred, an Earthy Pale Beige; Renew, a Teal Blue; Manifest, a Soft Fresh Green; and Nourish, a soothing, muted sage green. All of the shades come in six finishes, too - Flat Matt, Soft Sheen, Interior Eggshell, Exterior Eggshell, Claypaint, and Floor Paint - so there's a formula for every surface. Depending on how much paint is needed, the collection is available at a range of price points: from £30 for 1L, £56 for 2.5L, or £96 for 5L. Plus, it's easy to try before you buy, with peel-and-stick samples available in each shade which are fully recyclable and 100% accurate to the real paint colour. If this range doesn't quite resonate with shoppers, they could try Farrow & Ball's new spring range, which includes shades like deep red, mustard yellow, olive green and duck-egg blue, with prices hovering around £33 for 750ml to £128 for 5L. Alternatively, House of Hackney has a wide range of made-to-order, water based, low VOC, low odour paints throughout the colour spectrum, with prices around £59 for 2.5L or £100 for 5L. The paints from COAT - a B Corp Certified company - which are water-based, low V.O.C, premium paints formulated to be amongst the highest-quality on the market, have proven to be a favourite among shoppers. The range currently has perfect reviews. One shopper said: "Just had our hallway and landing painted in Coat paint whilst away and all I can say is wow! Decorator not used Coat before but commented on excellent application. We have used Coat before ourselves and found it to be extremely easy to use and also the colours are amazing. Customer service is also second to none. We needed paint quickly and they upgraded to next day delivery." Another said: "Beautiful soft hues, with colours you can't find anywhere else. I really enjoyed transforming my rooms with this paint, it has great coverage and is a real joy to use." Someone who tried the Poise shade said: "I love this colour! I really wanted a pink bedroom but not too little girly feel. Poise was the perfect shade for that, it's so soft and subtle but at the same, so girly and a great pink. Did 2 layers and it's so lush!" A shopper who used the Renew shade noted: "The colour is a little different from what it looks like on the website - in my living room anyway - a bit more blue and less teal. It matches the sample sticker perfectly though, so I got what I was expecting." One person did have an issue with delivery: "Lovely paint colours, like the eco credentials. Good coverage and nice finish. Some issues with couriers lately, but customer service always very helpful and solve problems quickly." Another said they had concerns which turned out to be unfounded: "I was unsure how pink this would be, but it's just perfect," they said of Poise.
The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Woman shows off the ‘jaw dropping' £50 kitchen she bought of Facebook and people are amazed – it even included an oven too
WHEN it comes to renovations, buying a new kitchen can be one of the most expensive parts. However, one savvy woman found the bargain of the century after she spotted a kitchen on 2 A savvy woman showed how she picked up a bland wooden kitchen from Facebook Marketplace for £50 Credit: tiktok/@thestylepad_uk 2 People were flabbergasted when they saw how she had managed to transform it with a bit of TLC Credit: tiktok/@thestylepad_uk Despite the kitchen set consisting of bland wooden cupboards, the homeowner was not put off and decided to immediately snap it up. On her The woman shared: 'My husband did ours. He's not a builder but is very handy! 'Would you believe me if I said the oven was included in the £50 deal?' More on renovations After they had installed the wooden units, they painted it from dull wood to a gorgeous olive green colour. The woman wrote: 'I primed and then did two coats of "The Tobacconist" by @COAT Paints.' Currently you can pick up a tub of the paint for £30, and the finished result certainly looks worth it. Next the homeowners spruced up their counters and went for 'compact laminate' in a marble design. Most read in Fabulous The woman wrote: 'We've had them in 6 months and no problems so far, so fingers crossed.' The woman showed off the finished result in her new video, which has racked up over 84,000 likes. Stacey Solomon reveals 99p transformation of grubby kitchen unit she picked up on Facebook Marketplace so it looks brand new She advised: 'Make sure there are MORE cabinets than you need. You can always take away (we used a couple of cabinets as wood for other projects), but you can't add!' Thankfully hundreds of people 'liked' her post, and many rushed to praise the incredible before and after shots in the comments. One said: 'THAT oven as well!!!! what a bargain. it's absolutely stunning!' Another added: 'What a husband (this is my first time complementing one)' With the average three-bedroom home renovation costing upwards of £83,000 in 2023, it's no wonder more and more Brits are getting savvy. What are the biggest kitchen trends of 2025? The kitchen is the heart of every home and this year it's taking centre stage, Tracy Coleman, Product Director at told Fabulous. Hardworking appliances Space-saving essentials are needed in every room of the house, and the kitchen is no exception, meaning appliances are often doing double (or triple) the job. Expect to see air fryer ovens that roast, bake, and fry or blenders with attachments for everything from chopping to grinding. Health and wellness With people becoming more mindful of what they eat and how it impacts their well-being, kitchen appliances are stepping up to meet the demand for healthier, more balanced lifestyles. Air fryers remain hugely popular, along with blenders and juicers that retain nutrients. Energy-bill conscious Finally, with rising energy bills and an increased focus on sustainability, people are turning to appliances that help reduce power consumption and keep costs down. More people are finding joy in cooking at home as a cost-effective way to enjoy delicious, nutritious meals. Cooking at home doesn't just save money—it's also a fun way to bring the family together or experiment with new recipes. With the right tools, such as multi-functional appliances and smart kitchen gadgets, creating meals at home becomes easier, faster, and more satisfying.
