Porter's Paints history starts in 1982, when Sydney house painter Peter Lewis began making traditional lime washes in a small garage in Randwick, after having discovered old paint recipes in his grandfather's diaries.
Fred Porter was a builder, and it was during his European travels that he collected details of building techniques and paint finishes. His work has stood the test of time and we can all appreciate it to this day – the Capitol Theatre, the Boomerang in Elizabeth’s Bay or Sydney State Theatre.
It was shortly after his death that Peter discovered the diaries, found the recipes for traditional paints and decided to produce improved versions.
Porter’s Paints now has nine stores in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and our paint and wallpaper is sold in over 100 speciality paint and decorating stores across Australia.
Porter’s Paints – Versatility Captured in Colours
Available internationally, the brand is well-known and appreciated around the globe for its unique combination of innovation, quality and stunning design. The comprehensive offer includes interior and exterior paints in various hues and finish styles, specialised paints for timber, flooring, doors and trims. Whatever project you’re working on, Porter’s definitely has a product that’s going to take it to a whole new level. Passion and dedication to innovation are the hallmarks of every single can of paint.
Best Of Porter’s
We understand there’s no accounting for tastes. Nevertheless, some of the collections and product lines really stand out, which is why decided to put together this short guide through our favourites from the selection of paints brought to you by Porters Paint.
Porter’s Paints - Capsule Collection
This one’s probably the most famous line at the moment with a number of faithful enthusiasts around the world. Appreciated for its rich depth and inspired by minimalism, it became an instant classic as soon as it was created. Capsule Collection is a combination of 32 different and original colours that can just as easily stand completely on their own as they can complement each other in a unique combination to create a consistent and harmonious living space. Here are our top picks:
Aniseed
Just like any paint from the Capsule Collection family, it’s incredibly rich and deep. Admittedly, a dark colour like that can be a bold move indeed but weirdly - it doesn’t really make a room that gloomy. This might just be the perfect shade of black. Great for adding a strong contrast.
Newport Blue
This light blue colour will bring you the soothing vibes you’ve been looking for. Perfect choice for a modern bathroom space or a calm and peaceful bedroom.
Volcanic Ash
This could easily be the ultimate choice for a neutral colour with its rich brownish and sandy undertones. It’ll make any wooden furniture will look even better, highlighting and accentuating its best features – doesn’t matter if it’s seen better days or it’s a brand-new set.