NCS identifies historic colours

The original colour of the joinery and wall covering in this 1770 rococo style room was a vibrant red. The Natural Colour System was used to identify the exact colour. This reliable, visual reference turned out to be vital in the communication and very helpful in the discussion whether or not to reinstall this eighteenth century, striking red scheme.

Decorative historic interiors can lose their original colours over time. Overpainting and insensitive restorations can deprive a historic room of its visual and artistic values. Conservation or restoration research aimed at preserving and exposing the original fabric again result in scientific data that must be translated into a clear language for people involved, painters and paint manufacturers in particular. This is important as historic interiors usually had colour schemes and materials that are no longer in use." Elsbeth Geldhof, Historic paint conservator, Blue Tortoise Conservation.

Typically the NCS Colour Scan, the NCS Index or Block and individual NCS colour sheets would be used in this type of project. All these and more can be seen on our website www.ncscolour.co.uk. For further information please phone Caroline Leask on 01491 411717.


For further information, visit NCS Colour Centre online or click here to send an online enquiry