Thanks Helen. Actually I've read that Bristol paints have a record of the formulas used for Benjamin Moore's paints. Not sure if that's accurate though. Also thanks Tilly for all your suggestions. Ironically I used China White throughout an entire house many years ago and I loved it. I also used Whisper White for a lot of the painted shelving and some furniture. It was an open plan house and the colour scheme was seamless. Received lots of compliments. The woodwork in the rest of our current house is in Antique White USA (as are the walls), but I'm wanting to go for a more 'intimate' look in the sitting room, and I'm still drawn to the idea of a warm charcoal grey for the walls, and Antique white USA for the architraves, skirtings etc. I'm attaching a picture of the Benjamin Moore Rockport Gray, but I know it's impossible to choose a colour from a photo, but it will give you an idea of the colour scheme I'm wanting for that room. By the way I know what you mean by the picture rails limiting the use of walls. I'm attaching another photo I've found that shows a similar room (although a lot grander) without picture rails. But my partner is rather fond of the picture rails, and I can just imagine his response if I suggested they be removed! It's hard enough trying to decide on paint :)

Love the lighting and pristine white color palette that sets off the cars and cabinets so nicely. Why not go all the way and find an inexpensive Oriental-look carpet to lay under your favorite ride? (assuming it doesn't leak oil. If it does, remember, it was a cheap Oriental-look carpet!) How about some leather stools or chairs in there too?

Hi Julie I think it works better with the bricks, I have seen a new metal roof and a painted tile roof done in Woodland Gray and it looks a bit Muddy to me and not the best choice for this lovely house (Happy New Year to you) Hi Jasmine, you have a great house to work with, "Paint" program which is on most computers is all you need, let me know if I can help

Rug will have to accommodate a 3 year old, no pets. I'll probably go with a 6 seater table. I may have one donated to me. I'll attach an image below. Only the alcove in the second picture above will have a TV. I don't plan on having any more in the house just yet. I'm thinking the open plan living/dining/kitchen area first off. Getting the curtains in there for privacy will be pretty important. I have the master bedroom sorted.