Emperor's Silk is a bright pure red like the silk lining of a jacket. It is also the red of Chinese lacquer, especially when deepened with Black Chalk Paint® Wax. Use it in the interior of a cupboard or drawer for a pop of colour.

Technical information

1 litre is enough to cover approximately 13 square metres (140 square feet). After painting, seal indoor furniture with Chalk Paint® Wax. On floors, seal with Chalk Paint® Lacquer. Take a look at our Tips & Techniques section for more information and to help you get started. 

Click here for our Chalk Paint® Fact Sheet.

Click here for our Chalk Paint® Coverage Guide.

Click here for our colour card, which uses real paint swatches to give you an accurate colour sample.

Available in 120ml and 1 litre tins.

Please note that paint colours will vary depending on screen settings. We cannot guarantee that paint colours will exactly match the colour you see on screen. If you are in doubt, please let us know and we can bring you a color stick sample.