The Dark Side Never Looked So Good.
Deep, dramatic, and completely on-trend — Smudge is a rich charcoal grey with the merest hint of blue that lifts it far above the ordinary. It's the colour that adds instant sophistication to a front door, transforms kitchen cupboards into a design statement, and makes garden furniture look like it belongs in an interiors shoot.
As the evenings draw in, Smudge comes into its own indoors — moody, cocooning, and effortlessly stylish on wardrobes, bookcases, radiators, and bathroom vanities.
Weatherproof Al Fresco is a water based, eco-friendly chalk and mineral furniture paint with a low, almost flat finish. Self-priming, self-sealing, and suitable for wood, laminate, UPVC/composites and metal both indoors and out. Minimal VOC content and EN71-3 compliant — safe for use on children's toys.
Why painters love Smudge:
- ✅ Deep charcoal grey with a subtle blue undertone — a sophisticated alternative to black
- ✅ Weatherproof formula — built for outdoors, stunning indoors
- ✅ Self-priming & self-sealing — minimal prep required
- ✅ Works on wood, laminate, UPVC/composites & metal
- ✅ Low VOC, eco-friendly & EN71-3 child safe
- ✅ Almost flat finish — the look of a premium, professional paint job
Perfect for:
Front doors, kitchen cupboards, wardrobes, bookcases, bathroom vanities, radiators, garden furniture, and anywhere you want to add drama without going full black.
Want to add extra protection? Here's how:
Al Fresco paints are self-sealing and self-levelling — durable and ready to use straight from the tin with no additional finishing required. For high-traffic surfaces or extra longevity, you can optionally add:
- • Tuff Top Coat — ultra-hard matte seal, ideal for kitchen cupboards & high-traffic surfaces
- • Browning Wax — adds warmth and an aged, antique effect on furniture
- • Clear Wax — subtle sheen and protection for decorative pieces
- • Satin Finishing Coat — easy-clean sheen, great for doors and bathroom furniture
*Colours are matched as closely as possible but may vary on screen. Visit us in store or try a 250ml 'dinky' tin to see the colour in your own home.*
