Page title: Our Story

Hello. We're different, just like our paints.

Should doing what’s right be at the expense of quality and style? We don’t think so. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating paints perfect for home decorators, interior designers and trade folk that are better for the planet, your home and your health.

When Earthborn was founded in 2002, we were looking for a true eco alternative to conventional paints long before most people were talking about sustainability.

From the start, we questioned industry norms, challenged ingredients, and focused on creating paints that
were better for people, homes, and the planet without compromising on quality or colour.

We believe paint should do more than just look beautiful.

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What makes our paints different is their high quality and high performance; the result of carefully selecting the right environmentally friendly ingredients and using technologically advanced manufacturing processes and formulations.

You'll find a full list of ingredients on our tins to help you make a more informed choice.

We’re proud to have been awarded the first UK licence of the EU Ecolabel for Indoor Paints and Varnishes; and we've got an A+ Indoor Air Comfort Gold certification from Eurofins, along with a host of other accreditations to back up our eco credentials with independent recognition.

And we’re even prouder that we’ve produced a range of environmentally friendly, breathable paints that everyone loves.

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Healthier ingredients

Our paints are formulated without harmful emissions and are virtually VOC free. We list the ingredients on our tins and on our website, so you can make an informed decision

Truly eco friendly

Vegan-friendly, eco-conscious formulas paired with recyclable tins (no plastic tubs here!), biodegradable packaging, and colour cards made with real paint. Our paint is more than just “water based”, the carefully selected ingredients mean it’s better for you, your home and the planet

Beautiful and practical

Incredible coverage and durable finishes mean less paint used, less waste, and results you’ll be admiring for a long time. They’re even certified safe for children’s furniture and toys

Breathable paints

Unique formulations, such as our Claypaint and Silicate Masonry Paint, help buildings breathe, making them especially suited to heritage and eco-build projects

Recognised and trusted

From the EU Ecolabel, Eurofins and even Good Housekeeping, along with other sustainability and clean air awards, our paints are independently accredited for their environmental and performance credentials. Folk who use our paint in their homes agree too, just check out the reviews on our website