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Drop Stitch by Curator shown in an interior

Drop Stitch

CuratorTHE / PALETTE

White · Warm undertone

Drop Stitch is a white paint colour by Curator with a recorded warm undertone.

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At a glance

Manufacturer
Curator
Collection
THE / PALETTE
Colour family
White
Undertone
Warm
Available finishes
5

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For interior walls and ceilings, lower-sheen finishes usually create the calmest result.

Recommended

Enhanced Matt

Soft-touch interior wall finish designed to be hard-wearing, wipeable and stain resistant.

  • Matt
  • High durability
  • Washable
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Alternative

Subtle Sheen

Soft-sheen interior wall finish for high-traffic areas, hallways, bathrooms and commercial spaces.

  • Soft sheen
  • High durability
  • Washable
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What matters most?

Based on the manufacturer's published guidance, these paint products may suit your project.

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Enhanced Matt Matt - Interior Best for: Interior ceilings, Interior walls Soft-touch interior wall finish designed to be hard-wearing, wipeable and stain resistant. Interior High durability Washable Stain resistant View details

Curator describes Enhanced Matt as an interior wall coating with a soft-touch finish, suited to bedrooms, sitting rooms and ceilings, with a durable, washable and stain-resistant acrylic formula.

Recommended surfacesInterior ceilings, Interior walls
SheenMatt
DurabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
WashabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
Stain resistanceYes, according to supplier guidance
ApplicationBrush, Roller, Spray
Coverage10m2 per litre
Touch dryTouch dry in 2-4 hours
Recoat timeRecoat in 4-6 hours
BaseWater-based
Official manufacturer source
Subtle Sheen Soft sheen - Interior Best for: Bathrooms, High-traffic areas, Interior walls Soft-sheen interior wall finish for high-traffic areas, hallways, bathrooms and commercial spaces. Interior High durability Washable Stain resistant View details

Curator describes Subtle Sheen as an interior wall coating with an illuminating sheen, often used in high-traffic areas, hallways, bathrooms and commercial spaces. It is washable and stain resistant.

Recommended surfacesBathrooms, High-traffic areas, Interior walls
SheenSoft sheen
DurabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
WashabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
Stain resistanceYes, according to supplier guidance
ApplicationBrush, Roller, Spray
Coverage10m2 per litre
Touch dryTouch dry in 2-4 hours
Recoat timeRecoat in 4-6 hours
BaseWater-based
Official manufacturer source
Satin Mid sheen - Interior / Exterior Best for: Doors, Exterior metal, Exterior wood, Kitchen cupboards Mid-sheen interior and exterior wood and metal coating. Interior Exterior High durability Washable View details

Curator describes Satin as a water-based alkyd finish for interior and exterior wood and metal, often used on doors, windows, shutters, kitchen cabinets and fences.

Recommended surfacesDoors, Exterior metal, Exterior wood, Kitchen cupboards, Metal, Woodwork
SheenMid sheen
DurabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
WashabilityYes, according to supplier guidance
Stain resistanceYes, according to supplier guidance
ApplicationBrush, Roller, Spray
Coverage12-15m2 per litre
Touch dryTouch dry in 2-4 hours
Recoat timeRecoat in 6-8 hours
BaseWater-based
Official manufacturer source

Finish availability

Finish availability varies by colour and paint system. Check the selected product specification or contact the Designer Colours showroom for current finish advice.

The imported colour record also names the following products or finishes. Treat these as catalogue labels only and use the selected product specification for technical guidance:

  • Eggshell
  • Gloss

Colour relationships

Build a scheme around Drop Stitch

Move from a considered paint palette to close alternatives and wallpaper pairings without leaving the colour story.

A considered palette from Curator

Five deliberate companions, each chosen for a different job in the room.

Light companions Sketchbook Curator · sketchbook Quiet neutrals Sprout Curator · sprout Harmonising colours Skellig Rock Curator · skellig-rock Contrast colours Rare Breed Curator · rare-breed Deep anchors Winding Stair Curator · winding-stair
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Light companions

High-lightness, low-chroma colours with a compatible undertone.

Light companions Cow Parsley Curator · cow-parsley Light companions Moonlit Curator · moonlit Light companions Fresh Grazing Curator · fresh-grazing

Quiet neutrals

Muted colours that keep a restrained connection to the source hue.

Quiet neutrals Canal Path Curator · canal-path Quiet neutrals Dense Fog Curator · dense-fog Quiet neutrals Hinged Curator · hinged

Harmonising colours

Related hues with enough tonal separation to remain distinct.

Harmonising colours Moth Collar Curator · moth-collar Harmonising colours March Day Curator · march-day Harmonising colours Marsh Ground Curator · marsh-ground

Contrast colours

Higher-chroma colours with a stronger perceptual separation.

Contrast colours Tailored Tweed Curator · tailored-tweed Contrast colours Wild Moss Curator · wild-moss Contrast colours Teal Crest Curator · teal-crest

Deep anchors

Low-lightness, restrained colours that ground the palette.

Deep anchors Gatekeeper’s Lodge Curator · gatekeepers-lodge Deep anchors Fisherman’s Boat Curator · fishermans-boat Deep anchors Bogland Curator · bogland

Calculated from HEX-derived Lab and RGB data using lightness, chroma, hue separation, ΔE00 and screen contrast. Digital suggestions are a starting point; compare current physical samples in the intended light and finish.

Digital relationships are a starting point. View paint and wallpaper samples together in the intended room and light.

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Professional reference

Technical colour information

Stored digital values, nearest references, methodology and record provenance.

Digital colour values
HEX
#E8EAE8
RGB (digital)
232, 234, 232
Lab (digital)
92.5, -1.02, 0.72
HSL (digital)
120, 4.55, 91.37

HEX, RGB, Lab and HSL describe the stored digital representation; they are not measurements of dried paint. LRV appears only when the source record supplies it.

Nearest NCS & Pantone references
Nearest NCS reference (digital)
S 1001-YΔE00 1.04
Nearest stored Pantone (digital)
Pantone 7541ΔE00 2.85

These are calculated nearest stored digital references, not official manufacturer specifications or exact equivalents.

Colour matching methodology

Relationships use stored colour data and documented CIEDE2000 calculations. Materials, sheen, lighting and application can change the physical result.

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Available paint products and finishes

Enhanced Matt, Subtle Sheen, Satin, Eggshell, Gloss

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Source, provenance & updates

Maintained by Designer Colours from the stored supplier and colour data shown on this page.

Useful answers

Questions about Drop Stitch

What kind of colour is Drop Stitch?

Drop Stitch is a white paint colour by Curator with a recorded warm undertone.

Should I sample Drop Stitch first?

Screen colours are indicative only. Always sample the colour in your space before making a final selection.

Which finishes are available for Drop Stitch?

The current record lists Enhanced Matt, Subtle Sheen, Satin, Eggshell, Gloss. Select what you are painting above, then confirm current colour and product availability before ordering.

Is there an exact NCS or Pantone equivalent for Drop Stitch?

Any NCS or Pantone relationship shown here is a nearest stored digital comparison, not an official manufacturer equivalence. Compare physical samples.