Varnish: Pink as a statement

Varnishes in pink for eye-catching statement pieces

Pink is actually the English term for all shades of pink, whether light and subtle or bright and intense. Like the German Rosa, the English pink also has a name derived from a flower, here it is the carnation, but in the German language pink has established itself as a term for all intense, red-heavyshades of pink mixed with blue pigments. Pink shades also include colours such as magenta and purple, cyclamen and fuchsia. If you paint something in your home in the colour shade pink, you automatically make it an eye-catcher. Because no matter what you have painted with this striking colour shade, varnish in pink makes it look present and dominant.

Pink is particularly radiant in combination with Whiteand Black, but all shades of grey, from very light to anthracite, also go well with pink. It is particularly interesting to combine pink varnish with berry shades such as the MissPompadour Paint Purple with Blueberry. This colour combination can also work well in a bedroom, provided the pink is used sparingly.

Pink surfaces also go wonderfully well with dark green tones such as Green with Black or Green with Teal. And a soft rosé also harmonises perfectly with pink. The vibrant colour shades should always be used sparingly. The rule with pink is always: less is more. You can also use blue tones together with pink. Choose a shade of blue that contains red, such as the intense Blue with Violet.

Pink as a paint colour for furniture

Painting a piece of wooden furniture in pink certainly requires some courage. But sometimes you can achieve a great effect with a pop of pink. Furniture with simple, straight shapes in particular benefits from an intense colour shade like pink. It gives them a character all of their own. Because pink catches the eye, it shines and creates interesting contrasts.

That's why it's particularly important to ensure the right combination with other colour shades. If you want to avoid the Barbie look in the kitchen, you should only accentuate kitchen furniture sparingly with this strong colour shade. However, handles in pink, for example, can also make kitchen furniture look contrasting and upbeat.

If you are painting wood that tends to bleed or has large knotholes, prime with To Bond & Block adhesion and stain block before painting. It ensures that your coat is even and does not discolour.

From grey to wow: pink for metal paint

Why not transform an old metal locker into an eye-catching piece of furniture? Its simple shape is particularly well suited to a bright colour shade like Pink with Peony. And the varnishes from MissPompadour are perfect for painting metal.

You should first pre-treat the smooth surface with MissPompadour To Bond & Block. This primer ensures good adhesion of the varnish in pink. If the metal is already rusty, sand it down well before priming and treat it with a rust protection primer.

Pink: varnish as a splash of colour on plastic surfaces

You can achieve great effects with varnishes in pink, especially in the DIY sector. Perhaps you have a small shelf with an IKEA high-gloss surface that no longer matches the rest of your home? Decorative objects made of plastic can also be given a special effect with pink. Remember: as always with very intense colours, less is more. Use these decorative objects sparingly so that the room is not overloaded with this intense colour shade.

If you don't like the colour of a children's toy, you can simply paint it. Perhaps a red plastic car simply doesn't fit into a pink-coloured children's room. Or you can refurbish an old toy from your childhood for the next generation. Then you can also paint these surfaces in pink. Again, make sure to use less pink rather than too much.

On smooth plastic surfaces, you should prime with To Bond & Block before painting. The colour can then adhere well.

Embellish tiles, stone and concrete with pink varnish

You can also embellish bathroom tiles with pink. In combination with a great berry colour or a delicate rosé, pink accents have an invigorating effect. For a bold but slightly nostalgic ambience, go for our rich MissPompadour Pink with Grey.

If you want to paint stone or tiles, prime them first with To Bond & Block. This will create a perfect base for your varnish in pink. Floor tiles are usually "walked on" every day and are therefore subject to particularly heavy wear. You should therefore protect them with a coat of To Seal after painting.

Pink colour outdoors

Pink is certainly a colour shade that is used more indoors than outdoors. But why not paint a deckchair with varnish in an intense pink colour? It too becomes an eye-catcher and the vibrant colour shade shines like the colourful flowers in the garden.

The Eggshell Varnish varnish from MissPompadour is suitable for outdoor use. It is hard-wearing and weatherproof. The only thing it cannot withstand is standing water. So make sure that water can always run off your painted surfaces.

The selection of pink & rose shades at MissPompadour

At MissPompadour you will find a strong shade of pink, which is available both as a wall paint and as a varnish. It is the intense Pink with Peony, a powerful colour. Another pink shade from MissPompadour is less intense and more subtle: Pink with Grey. You will also find many other delicate pink shades that can also be combined well with pink. These include Rose with Cherry Blossom and Rose with Peach Blossom, as well as Rose with Marshmallow .

All varnishes from MissPompadour are offered in 2 qualities. One is the Eggshell Varnish, which you can use to create surfaces with a slight shimmer. The varnish is extremely stable and very easy to clean. It is also suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

The second varnish quality is Matt Varnish. It creates completely matt surfaces. Furniture painted with this lacquer variant looks particularly elegant with its powdery, velvety surface. Matt Varnish is only suitable for indoor use and all pink colour shades are also available as wall paints.

Order pink varnishes from MissPompadour

Before you decide on a pink varnish, it makes sense to order a set of colour cards from MissPompadour. You can remove the cards individually and attach them to the item to be painted. This way, you can examine the colour shades in any light and choose at your leisure.

If you still find it difficult to decide, please contact our customer service team. Our expert team will be happy to help you with any questions you may have!

Frequently asked questions about varnish pink

• What does pink mean?
  Pink is a colour that stands for vibrancy and joie de vivre.
• Do varnishes in pink cover just as well as other colour shades?
  Pink shades do not cover as well as other colours. You will certainly need 1 or 2 additional coats. But then you will be rewarded with a great result.