Bancha

Bancha is a grounded olive for modern homes

Inspired by Japanese tea, Bancha brings protective warmth to kitchens, mudrooms, and reading nooks. It’s rich enough to feel dramatic but still earthy, so it works with both vintage finds and sleek appliances.

Pair it with Calke Green or Studio Green for tonal layers, and soften the look with linen, travertine, and brass.

Testing dupes & finishes

Deep greens amplify brush strokes, so always prime with a tinted base and sample your dupe on cabinetry and walls. The colour should stay olive rather than brown in low light.

Scrubbable eggshell is ideal for joinery; washable matt keeps walls velvety while surviving day-to-day life.

Where Bancha excels

Use it on kitchen cabinets, built-in storage, or a moody feature wall. Styled with woven baskets, antique brass, and natural stone, Bancha turns functional rooms into restful sanctuaries.