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The most popular Frenchic shades, as rated by customers
Opening the tin and painting is already easy, but finding the right shade may take a little courage. Fortunately, you’re not alone in making the choice.
Frenchic paint shades have been used in thousands of projects across Finland. When customers share their experiences and reviews, it quickly becomes clear which shades emerge as true favorites.
Some colors charm with their timelessness, while others give a room a bold, distinctive character. A few shades have become favorites for the cozy color schemes of post-war Finnish homes, some are popular in Lapland’s weathered log cabins, and some of our colors look beautiful in summer cottages, on terraces, and in gardens around the archipelago.
Made in England, Frenchic shades are designed to work just as well in the atmosphere of traditional buildings as in modern spaces, from homes to business premises and stores.
The color palette draws inspiration from classic British interiors, such as wallpapers with a “William Morris-inspired” feel, but the shades also fit naturally into Scandinavian interiors.
The Frenchic paint palette is softly muted and natural, making the shades easy to combine with a variety of interiors.
Many of the colors remind us Finns of familiar traditional shades, but they’ve been developed for modern use, with vibrancy and depth. The result looks timeless, harmonious, and beautifully rich in color all at once.
In this article, we’ve put together some shades our customers have praised especially highly. These colors combine ease of use, a beautiful finish, and, above all, the feeling that the project turned out just as it should.
Blackjack – true matte black is a Finnish favorite!
Blackjack is one of the most iconic shades in the Frenchic paint range. It is a deep, rich, true black that instantly gives furniture a polished, refined look.
Blackjack also looks stunning in log houses and weathered log cabins, where it creates a clear contrast around doors, trims, and window frames while adding a modern, polished look alongside the natural wood surface.
Matte black Blackjack is especially good at highlighting the shapes and details of furniture. The black shade gives furniture visual weight and brings out its profiles, decorations, and carvings, making even simple furniture look striking and timeless.
Here’s what our customer says about the shade:
"It’s obvious by now that this is the best matte black ever. I always use this color when I need black. It goes on beautifully and dries quickly."
Black Blackjack works well for:
- kitchen cabinets
display cabinets and bookshelves
modern or classic furniture
trims, doors, and frames
Blackjack is a trusted color that many people return to. It’s a timeless choice that works year after year.
Wedding Cake – the perfect classic Frenchic white that always works!
Wedding Cake is one of Frenchic’s most beloved light shades. It’s a soft, clean white with just a hint of cream, which looks natural in both old and modern homes without a yellowish tint.
Many customers especially appreciate that the shade isn’t a cold, bright white, but a warm white that blends easily into an interior. Wedding Cake is especially refreshing in the interiors of Finnish post-war homes, without creating an overly glossy finish.
Our customer’s opinion of the shade:
"My go-to white.👍 I’ve painted several doors and trims with this, not too white, just right. Easy to apply and goes a long way."
Wedding Cake works well for:
- kitchen cabinets
trim and doors
freshening up furniture
ceilings and wood paneling
interior walls
wood floors and wooden staircases
If you’re looking for a white shade that looks soft rather than sterile, Wedding Cake is often just the right choice.
Yorkshire Rose – a warm and elegant off-white, a unique Frenchic shade
Yorkshire Rose is a beautiful, warm off-white shade with a touch of historic charm. It brings softness and subtle color to your home without the result feeling too bold. This delicate off-white with a hint of pink is a lovely shade that comes alive in the light and blends perfectly with other aged surfaces.
The shade works especially well in romantic or classic interiors, but is increasingly used to brighten up modern furniture too.
Our customer describes the shade like this:
"This isn’t the first or last time I’ll choose this beautiful off-white Yorkshire Rose shade for painting my walls. Great coverage and lovely to paint with!"
Yorkshire Rose works well for:
- dressers and nightstands
children’s room furniture
small home decor projects
interior walls
wood paneling
wallpaper
It’s a shade that brings warmth to a space and gives furniture character.
Wise Old Sage – an Art Nouveau classic for green lovers
Wise Old Sage is one of the most beloved green shades in the Frenchic range. This soft, slightly grayish sage green works in all kinds of spaces.
One of our customers describes their experience like this:
“My go-to paint, Al Fresco, this time in sage green. Easy to work with, odorless, and dries quickly. I recommend it.”
Wise Old Sage is especially well suited to:
- kitchen cabinets
dressers and sideboards
rustic wooden furniture
wooden staircases
for wooden floors
walls
for garden furniture
for exterior doors
This shade brings the calm of nature into your home and works beautifully in both modern and traditional interiors.
Dusky Blush – a powdery pink that's easy to fall in love with!
Dusky Blush is a shade that makes many people stop and take notice. Its soft, powdery pink brings gentle warmth to furniture without making the result feel too sweet.
One of our customers summed it up well:
“I love this paint, and this color!”
Dusky Blush works beautifully, for example, on:
- on vintage-style furniture
on bedroom dressers
on small decorative objects
on garden furniture
in allotment cottages
on kitchen cabinets
It’s a shade that makes a space feel a little softer and more inviting.
Salt of The Earth – a calming neutral and characterful Frenchic beige
Salt of The Earth is a refined beige in natural clay and sand tones that brings calm elegance to an interior. It’s a particularly popular shade when you want a subtle yet interesting result.
Our customer describes the shade like this:
"Excellent paint! We painted the kitchen cabinets, and they look fantastic in this shade! It’s a suitably neutral yet lively color that goes well with the rest of the interior. Painting was easy, and two coats were enough to cover the old, worn orange-red surface. I can only recommend this paint, and we’ll continue using it for other projects."
Salt of The Earth works well, for example, on:
- bedroom furniture
in modern interiors
alongside light and black wood surfaces
interior walls and ceilings
interior doors and trim
Kitchen cabinets
It’s a shade that doesn’t demand attention, but makes a space feel balanced and stylish.
Anguilla – a bold turquoise shade
Sometimes an interior needs a color that makes an immediate impression. Anguilla is an energetic turquoise that brings furniture to life and adds personality.
One of our customers wrote:
“Amazing! This will become a chest for the hallway.”
Anguilla is especially well suited to:
- for statement furniture
for hallway storage furniture
for small but eye-catching projects
for interior walls
for wooden floors
It’s a shade that instantly makes your interior more interesting.
Duckling – a classic English shade that works everywhere
A sure choice when you no longer want gray, but something a little sweeter and more atmospheric. The duck-egg blue-gray shade Duckling suits historic properties and modern children’s rooms. Try it on the wooden floor of an old house - stunning!
One of our customers wrote:
"A lovely shade. Easy to paint with. A neat finish, even for an inexperienced painter. I recommend it."
Duckling is especially well suited to:
- for kitchen cabinets
for small but eye-catching projects
for interior walls
for wooden floors
for children’s rooms and children’s furniture
for garden furniture
for exterior doors
Why do Frenchic shades charm so many people?
Frenchic paints are more than just paint. They’re a tool for creativity and bold home dreams. When paint is easy to use and the shades work in real life, it’s easier to pick up a brush.
Our innovative hybrid paints are new to most people, and their qualities pleasantly surprise both experienced professional painters and DIY painters.
That's why so many projects start with one tin and soon move on to the next.
When you listen to customer experiences, one thing comes up again and again: the joy of success and the beautifully smooth finish. And that's exactly what these shades are made for.
Looking for your favorite shade for walls or furniture?
If you haven't found the perfect color for your project yet, it's worth exploring the Frenchic paint range and customer reviews.
They often include just the shade that makes you think:
“This is the one.”
Here are the 10 most popular Frenchic shades in Finland:
The Frenchic paint range is full of characterful colors, but over the years, some shades have become clear customer favorites in their projects. These colors often feature in before-and-after photos, reviews and DIY projects across Finland.
If you're looking for inspiration for your project, these shades are a great place to start.
Wise Old Sage - green
A soft sage green that brings a natural sense of calm to your interior. Wise Old Sage is one of the most popular green shades and looks stunning on kitchen cabinets and wooden furniture. A green shade reminiscent of traditional paint colors. Wise Old Sage is available as wall paint and in the Al Fresco range.
Dusky Blush - pink
A powdery pink that gives furniture a soft, elegant look. Dusky Blush is especially popular for vintage-inspired projects. Dusky Blush is available in the Al Fresco range.
Salt of The Earth - beige
A refined neutral beige that works in any room. Salt of The Earth is available as wall paint, in the Trim Paint range and the Lazy Range.
Earthy - terracotta
A true, authentic terracotta shade that looks stunning in the evening sun. Not too orange, but just the right shade of red clay. Earthy is available as wall paint and in the Trim Paint range.
Black Forest - green
A bold green tinted with black. A dramatic boutique shade. Black Forest is available as wall paint, in the Trim Paint range and the Al Fresco range.
Blackjack - black
A deep, striking black shade that highlights the shape of furniture and brings a bold contrast to your interior. Blackjack is available in all Frenchic ranges: Al Fresco, Lazy Range, Trim Paint and wall paint.
Wedding Cake - white
A soft white with a hint of cream. One of the most popular shades for walls, kitchen cabinets, and trim. The classic white Wedding Cake shade is available in all Frenchic ranges: Al Fresco, Lazy Range, Trim Paint, and wall paint.
Yorkshire Rose - off-white
A warm off-white shade with vintage charm and soft elegance. Stunning in older buildings and interiors. The soft off-white Yorkshire Rose is available as wall paint and in the Trim Paint range.
Olivia - green
A beautiful olive green that works perfectly in nature-inspired interiors and on wooden furniture. Olivia is available as wall paint and in the Al Fresco range.
Ol' Blue Eyes - blue
A beautiful muted blue, as if straight from a summer cottage kitchen. A blue shade with the lovely character of a traditional color. Ol' Blue Eyes is part of the Lazy Range furniture paint collection.
How to choose the right shade for your project
Many things affect your choice of shade, such as the lighting in the room, surrounding colors, and the material of the furniture. That’s why it’s always a good idea to test the color before painting.
The Peel & Stick shade samples in the Frenchic range are an easy solution. You can stick them to a wall or piece of furniture and move them to different rooms, so you can see how the color looks in natural daylight and evening light. Made with real paint, the shade samples are 100% accurate every time.
This makes it much easier to find the right shade with confidence.
Here you can see all the shades at once.
Customer feedback on the Frenchic color range:
"There are no shades this gorgeous anywhere else! Such a lovely selection! And finally, proper shades for color lovers! This is the most beautiful green ever!!!"
Be bold with color
Many projects start with a small idea: an old chest of drawers, a worn table, or a cabinet in need of a new lease on life. The right color can completely transform a piece of furniture.
Frenchic paints are popular largely because they make painting easy. When a project goes well the first time, it’s easy to want to try the next color.
And often, that’s exactly where a new DIY story begins.
Frequently asked questions about Frenchic shades
What is the most popular Frenchic paint shade?
Some of the most popular Frenchic shades include the green Wise Old Sage, pink Dusky Blush, white Wedding Cake, terracotta Earthy, and matte black Blackjack. These colors often feature in customers’ projects and reviews because they work well in a wide range of interiors and on many types of furniture.
Does the Frenchic range have any really special colors?
Great shades for bold decorators include electric blue Kiss Me Sloely, the brownish-red of bearberry Boho Berry, and the stunning bright turquoise Beach Hut. You won’t find these shades anywhere else.
A customer’s comment on the blue Kiss Me Sloely shade:
"I’m completely hooked on this shade. I’ve already used it for several projects. An absolutely stunning color unlike anything I’ve come across from other paint brands."
Which Frenchic shade is suitable for kitchen cabinets?
Timeless, versatile shades are often chosen for kitchen cabinets. Popular options include the green Wise Old Sage, the white Wedding Cake, and the blue Duckling. They work well in both modern and traditional kitchens.
What’s a good neutral Frenchic color?
Good neutral shades include Salt Of The Earth, Cool Beans, and Wedding Cake. They’re calm, timeless colors that suit many spaces.
Is it worth testing a paint shade before painting?
Yes. Light, surrounding colors, and the furniture’s material all affect how a shade looks in a space. Frenchic Peel & Stick shade samples make it easy to test colors, as you can move them to different spots and view them in different lighting.
Can you use Frenchic paints to paint old furniture?
Yes, you can. Frenchic paints are specially designed for painting furniture. Most projects don’t require a separate primer, as long as the surface is carefully cleaned and prepared before painting.
Explore Frenchic shades and paint ranges
If you’re looking for inspiration for your own project, take a look at these too:
Frenchic paint ranges
Al Fresco – durable furniture paint for furniture, for indoor and outdoor use, matte
Lazy Range – furniture paint for indoor surfaces, matte
Trim Paint – for doors, trim, and hard-wearing surfaces, satin finish
Wall paint – breathable, washable wall paint with an ultra-matte finish
Inspiration for your own project
The most popular shades of Frenchic paints show, above all, that taking a chance pays off. When a color feels right, an old piece of furniture can become the most beloved detail in your home.
That’s why many projects start with one tin and soon move on to the next.
If you haven’t tried Frenchic paints yet, perhaps your next project is already just around the corner.
Explore other projects and get inspired by stunning transformations,
A color that turns furniture into a story
Painting an old piece of furniture is about much more than a simple makeover. It's a small decision to see potential where someone else might see only a worn surface. When you find the right shade, the furniture doesn't just look better; it starts telling a new story.
Frenchic paint shades are designed for exactly this. They work in real homes, in different lighting, and with different types of furniture.
That's why so many customers return to their favorite shades again and again. Once a project turns out well, the next one feels easier.
Maybe that's why so many Frenchic projects start with one small experiment and eventually lead to the whole home taking on new colors. One cabinet, one dresser, one door at a time.
Share your experience and inspire others
Have you already painted with Frenchic paint? Share your experience and tell us which shade you chose for your project. Customer reviews help others find just the right color and encourage them to pick up a paintbrush.
Honest experiences, ideas, and project photos are often the final spark that gets a new DIY project underway.
You can leave a review directly on the page of the product you used in our online store. You’ll also help other decorators and renovators choose a shade with confidence.
We value your opinion.
If you're looking for more inspiration, explore our other articles, painting guides, and customer projects. You'll find plenty of ideas for refreshing furniture, doors, and surfaces around your home with Frenchic paints.
Read more customer reviews of Frenchic paints here.
Find the best painting guides on the Frenchic website:
- Discover the Frenchic range
- All painting guides and articles
- Get inspired by Frenchic projects - photo gallery
- How to paint kitchen cabinets
- How to paint garden furniture
- How to paint laminate furniture
Award-winning quality and the Queen’s Award
Frenchic Paint has received the prestigious British Queen’s Award for Enterprise.
This award is given to only a select few innovative companies. Other recipients of the same award include:
- Dyson
- Jaguar
- Land Rover
The award is a testament to the exceptional quality and innovation of Frenchic products. Over the years, Frenchic paints have received several other prestigious awards, which you can read more about on our website here.
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