History & Uses of Farrow & Ball Colours
History & Uses of Farrow & Ball Colour Range
The Farrow & Ball colour range can be traced back to post-War Britain, when Dorset business partners Jon Farrow and Richard Ball joined forces in Dorset. While Ball was an engineer, Farrow came from a chemical background and had experience working for Agnew Paints in Ireland. After meeting at a clay pit, they recognised a shared enthusiasm for making original, rich colours.
After building a factory at Verwood in their home county the company went from strength to strength, winning big name clients such as Ford motors and Raleigh bicycles. The Farrow & Ball colour range we see today has held true to its founding ethos of original formulations which use quality ingredients, shunning the acrylic paint trend of the 1970s and 1980s. Today, these age-old traditions continue to be upheld, and the colour range has become more eco-friendly, using low VOC (volatile organic compounds) and water-based finishes. Farrow & Ball now offer no less than 132 unique colours – with 11 available finishes – all of which are recognised for their complexity.
Honed for the home
Farrow & Ball have focused on creating a colour for every surface in the home and garden. They pride themselves on a long-lasting finish, as well as being completely safe to use anywhere. The Farrow & Ball colour range is noted for its responsiveness to light, meaning it can be an ideal option for walls in living spaces that benefit from large windows.
If you are intent on creating a unique home interior which is bursting with character, the Farrow & Ball range prides itself on its unmatched nature. The paint is richly pigmented, and the individuality of the colours lends a certain boldness and vibrancy to all manner of living areas. The paint’s ability to absorb light adds to its complexity, with slightly different tones being observed at various times of the day, depending on light levels.
The Farrow & Ball range doesn’t just work with walls; it is increasingly used to paint architectural features such as panelling, dado rails, chair rails and cornicing, which can be a typical feature in period homes, as well as more contemporary settings. Painted furniture – often part of the ‘upcycling’ process that brings old pieces to life – is an exciting new decorating trend for which Farrow & Ball colours are ideal.
Around the house
Farrow & Ball recommend that kitchens overlooking gardens use green cues – found in paints such as Card Room Green No.79 and String No.8 – to reflect some of the nature outside.
If you want your bedroom to be a haven of calm, soothing colours – exemplified by paints such as Teresa’s Green and Pale Powder – are recommended.
In the living room, warm and cosy are the guiding principles of Farrow & Ball colours. Take a look at this lounge area with walls in Stone Blue No.86 and painted woodwork in Wimborne White No.239
History & Uses of Farrow & Ball Colour Range
The Farrow & Ball colour range can be traced back to post-War Britain, when Dorset business partners Jon Farrow and Richard Ball joined forces in Dorset. While Ball was an engineer, Farrow came from a chemical background and had experience working for Agnew Paints in Ireland. After meeting at a clay pit, they recognised a shared enthusiasm for making original, rich colours.
After building a factory at Verwood in their home county the company went from strength to strength, winning big name clients such as Ford motors and Raleigh bicycles. The Farrow & Ball colour range we see today has held true to its founding ethos of original formulations which use quality ingredients, shunning the acrylic paint trend of the 1970s and 1980s. Today, these age-old traditions continue to be upheld, and the colour range has become more eco-friendly, using low VOC (volatile organic compounds) and water-based finishes. Farrow & Ball now offer no less than 132 unique colours – with 11 available finishes – all of which are recognised for their complexity.
Honed for the home
Farrow & Ball have focused on creating a colour for every surface in the home and garden. They pride themselves on a long-lasting finish, as well as being completely safe to use anywhere. The Farrow & Ball colour range is noted for its responsiveness to light, meaning it can be an ideal option for walls in living spaces that benefit from large windows.
If you are intent on creating a unique home interior which is bursting with character, the Farrow & Ball range prides itself on its unmatched nature. The paint is richly pigmented, and the individuality of the colours lends a certain boldness and vibrancy to all manner of living areas. The paint’s ability to absorb light adds to its complexity, with slightly different tones being observed at various times of the day, depending on light levels.
The Farrow & Ball range doesn’t just work with walls; it is increasingly used to paint architectural features such as panelling, dado rails, chair rails and cornicing, which can be a typical feature in period homes, as well as more contemporary settings. Painted furniture – often part of the ‘upcycling’ process that brings old pieces to life – is an exciting new decorating trend for which Farrow & Ball colours are ideal.
Around the house
Farrow & Ball recommend that kitchens overlooking gardens use green cues – found in paints such as Card Room Green No.79 and String No.8 – to reflect some of the nature outside.
If you want your bedroom to be a haven of calm, soothing colours – exemplified by paints such as Teresa’s Green and Pale Powder – are recommended.
In the living room, warm and cosy are the guiding principles of Farrow & Ball colours. Take a look at this lounge area with walls in Stone Blue No.86 and painted woodwork in Wimborne White No.239
