Hello Harriet, Yes I suggest this method of painting at half height, without the addition of beading in the form of dado a lot. I love this and, if you don't have it, you don't need it.. With regards to the height you need to go, it depends on the height of the ceiling in the space considered. So it could be dado height which is roughly the top of the back of a chair but could easily be much higher depending on my next point that compliments Minnie's.. Also depends on whether you want to do the same for picture rail or lack thereof... So you could actually use 3 colours and the top where picture rail would go take this colour up to and over the ceiling.. So there's choice between how many colours.. I also like to include all the woodwork and so again there's a variety of ways.. The same or a shade or two lighter or darker than wall colour.. Take into account the flooring and size of the space as this too will help you decide what and how much.. If you want less contrast work with shades of the same palette, that way you achieve a look with less contrast which you may find easier to deal with.. You can also use the same with the idea of skirting or lack thereof... Pictured.. It's a dark interior but you can see the principle can be applied in a variety of ways.. : ))

Lots of people now using Farrow & Ball colours mixed in Leyland SDM, as is cost effective. And to be honest in most cases people have to repaint walls now quiet often as matt finish is not durable at all. Farrow & Ball in many cases have to be painted 3 coats or used with Farrow & Ball undercoat, and after few months when you will do touch up on them is visible under light. From expensive paint companies " Paint and Paper Library " is quiet nice choice. In price of FB and Little Greene

Hey Jen, I'm still paralysed by indecision on the blinds/curtain front! Making do with the white roller blinds for now - but as the rest of the room comes together they look more and more shabby :(. Managed to choose a rug and some prints for above the bed frame so I'm making progress at least. Will post an update when the wardrobes are finished. If you're anywhere near London I'll let you know the company I'm using if they prove to be good. I think price-wise its reasonable for the slightly complicated design (having to work around an awkward narrow chimney). I've heard mixed things about the F&B paints - most of the negatives from decorators I've read has been about the wall paints rather than the eggshell designed for woodwork. It's too expensive for me to indulge most of the time but on a comparatively small area like this I think its probably worth splashing out. I've heard good things about Little Greene too and there's a shop pretty close to the F&B one on Marylebone High St so will look at both.

Have now spoken to F&B. Here’s what Amy said: “that (coverage) is based on one coat. as we recommend 2 coats this will cover approximately 30-35 square meters” and ”you can't mix the 2 different finishes together as such, however you are able to use them in the same room. As long as you are aware they are a slightly different sheen level” ”very little difference between the 2, unless they meet, you would then notice the difference more” So yes, helpful. I think I might go with the two versions. Our hallway (with stairs) makes twists and turns so possibly doable. In the worst case I’ll have to buy more paint. Half price again. Hopefully ;-)