FINISHES & APPLICATION. The definitive guide to our finishes and the Farrow & Ball System

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1 FINISHES & APPLICATION FINISHES & APPLICATION The definitive guide to our finishes and the Farrow & Ball System

2 WHY FARROW & BALL? At Farrow & Ball we are dedicated to creating unmatched paint and wallpaper using only the finest quality ingredients and high levels of rich pigments. Our colours have a unique character and depth that bring walls to life, creating the distinctive Farrow & Ball look. This helpful booklet is filled with advice and guidance to support you through your decorating project. We explain the difference between our finishes so you can confidently choose the right one, whatever surface you are painting, inside or outside the home. From our signature chalky matte finish for interiors, Estate Emulsion, through to our range of exterior paints, each Farrow & Ball finish is clearly described so you know where it can be used, its features and specifications including sheen level, coverage and drying time. To ensure the best possible results we also explain the Farrow & Ball System, consisting of Primer & Undercoat and two finish coats of colour. We guide you through the system and recommend which Primer & Undercoat to use. Finally, we advise you on preparation of surfaces, application using brushes and rollers and help you choose the correct quantity you ll need for your decorating project we ve got it covered. 1

3 CHOOSING FINISHES Considering your paint finish is one of the first decisions you ll face when thinking about decorating. Finishes have different levels of sheen and durability, helping you create the ambiance you re looking for. Farrow & Ball offers a comprehensive range of modern and traditional finishes, with sheen levels from 2% to 95%, for both interior and exterior surfaces. 2

4 ESTATE EMULSION INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILINGS Estate Emulsion is our signature chalky matte finish and comes in all of our 132 colours. Perfectly suited to less busy areas, Estate Emulsion is a sophisticated and refined choice for interior walls and ceilings. Estate Emulsion is: Chalky, very flat matte finish, 2% sheen level Quick drying Wipeable Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE Gallon = up to 570ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 2% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 2 hours 3

5 MODERN EMULSION INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILINGS Modern Emulsion is our durable and versatile finish, available in all of our 132 colours. Perfectly suited to higher traffic areas such as hallways as well as bathrooms and kitchens, Modern Emulsion is a smart, matte choice for interior walls and ceilings. Modern Emulsion is: Matte finish, 7% sheen level Quick drying Washable, wipeable, scuff and stain resistant Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE Gallon = up to 480ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 7% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours 4

6 ESTATE EGGSHELL INTERIOR WOOD AND METAL Estate Eggshell provides a robust finish for interior wood and metal, as well as walls, and comes in each of our 132 colours. With highly scuff resistant properties and a smooth satin-like finish, Estate Eggshell is an ideal way to update furniture pieces, kitchen cabinets, base boards, doors and chair rails. Estate Eggshell is: Silk finish, 20% sheen level Quick drying Washable and wipeable Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE = 95ft 2, Gallon = up to 480ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 20% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours 5

7 FLOOR PAINT INTERIOR WOOD AND CONCRETE FLOORS INTERIOR WOOD AND METAL Floor Paint is our very hard-wearing semi-gloss finish that comes in all of our 132 colours. Used to update floors, stairs, base boards and even to freshen up kitchen units and cabinets, Floor Paint offers an even more durable (and slightly glossier) alternative to Estate Eggshell. Floor Paint is: Semi gloss finish, 40% sheen level Quick drying Washable and wipeable Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE = 95ft 2, Gallon = up to 480ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 40% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours 6

8 FULL GLOSS INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR WOOD AND METAL Full Gloss is our extremely versatile and high sheen finish perfect for both interior and exterior wood, doors and metal, and comes in all of our 132 colours. With its reflective finish and high durability, Full Gloss offers a dramatic statement that can be used on surfaces throughout the interior and exterior of the home *. Full Gloss is: High gloss finish, 95% sheen level Quick drying Washable and wipeable Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets Resistant to water, flaking, peeling and colour fade for up to 6 years ** SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE = 95ft 2, Gallon = up to 480ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 95% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours *Please note, this product is not suitable for use on plastic surfaces or decking. **Providing it has been applied in accordance with our Product Advice Sheets, which can be found on 7

9 EXTERIOR EGGSHELL EXTERIOR WOOD AND METAL Exterior Eggshell is a durable silk sheen finish ideal for exterior softwood and hardwood window frames, cladding and garden furniture, as well as on railings, gates, guttering and other metal surfaces, and comes in all 132 of our colours. Flexible but hard-wearing this breathable finish can be used to inject colour onto almost anything in the garden*. Exterior Eggshell is: Silk finish, 20% sheen level Quick drying Eco-friendly, zero VOC Flexible and breathable, water and fungal resistant Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets Resistant to flaking, peeling and colour fade for up to 6 years** SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE = 105ft 2, Gallon = up to 529ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 20% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours *Please note, this product is not suitable for use on plastic surfaces or decking. **Providing it has been applied in accordance with our Product Advice Sheets, which can be found on 8

10 EXTERIOR MASONRY EXTERIOR WALLS AND ACCESSORIES Exterior Masonry is our high performance finish specially formulated for external masonry surfaces, including brick and stucco facades and comes in 107 of our colours. Extremely tough, hard-wearing and durable this matte finish can also be used to add colour to garden walls, flower pots and garden ornaments. Exterior Masonry is: Very flat matte finish, 2% sheen level Quick drying Eco-friendly, zero VOC Highly breathable, water and fungal resistant Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets Resistant to peeling, cracking, chalking, blistering and colour fade for up to 15 years* SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE Gallon = up to 325ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 2% PREPARATION Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 5 hours *Providing it has been applied in accordance with our Product Advice Sheets, which can be found on This product is not suitable for use on highly alkaline or very porous surfaces such as lime render or fletton bricks. 9

11 DEAD FLAT INTERIOR WALLS, CEILINGS, WOOD AND METAL Dead Flat is a traditional, very flat matte finish, suited best to interior wood, plaster and metal surfaces, and comes in all 132 of our colours. This finish is the modern answer to flatted lead used in the second quarter of the 18th century and is chosen today to either make a design statement, or when attempting to authentically replicate the traditional look of a period property. Perfectly suited to lower traffic areas, Dead Flat has an exceptionally matte, elegant finish. Dead Flat is: Very flat matte finish, 2% sheen level Quick drying Eco-friendly, zero VOC Water based, low odour and safe for children and pets SPECIFICATIONS TIN SIZES & COVERAGE = 95ft 2, Gallon = up to 480ft 2 SHEEN LEVEL 2% PREPARATION Primer & Undercoat dependent on surface DRYING TIME Dry in 2 hours, recoat in 4 hours 10

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13 APPLICATION ADVICE Once you have made a final decision about finish and colour, it is then time to start the practical element of your decorating process the painting. From surface preparation to Primers & Undercoats, the Farrow & Ball system to accessories, our application tips will guide you through the next steps to creating your perfect home. 12

14 PREPARING SURFACES Proper preparation of the surface that you are going to be painting will help you to achieve the unique Farrow & Ball look in your home and get the most from your chosen colour and finish. There are a few things you can do to ensure this such as: Make sure the surface is in good condition free of mould, clean and dry. Fill or seal any large imperfections. Apply the appropriate Farrow & Ball Primer & Undercoat (see below). For more detailed advice on surfaces and scenarios (such as whether it s been painted before or is fresh plaster or wood), please refer to the Product Advice Sheets on our website or speak to one of our experts in a showroom, retailer or over the phone; you can find details at the end of this booklet. PRIMERS AND UNDERCOATS Using Primers & Undercoats provides a sound surface for your chosen finish coat to adhere to, making the finish even more durable and longer lasting. It also helps to fill in any small defects to ensure a smooth and even finish for the best possible results. Our Primers & Undercoats are made with the same finest quality ingredients and rich pigments as our paints. Tailored to different types of surface, each Farrow & Ball Primer & Undercoat is available in up to four tones to work in harmony with your chosen finish coat Red & Warm Tones, Dark Tones, Mid Tones and White & Light Tones. You can find the tone that s best for your chosen colour on the back of the colour card. Farrow & Ball Primers & Undercoats are the first step in the Farrow & Ball System, helping you achieve an unmatched depth of colour which really brings your walls to life. 13

15 THE FARROW & BALL SYSTEM Our distinctive and inspiring paint colours are renowned for their depth and complexity, responding extraordinarily to all types of light and bringing walls to life. The transformational secret to the unique Farrow & Ball look is the Farrow & Ball system: One coat of our Primer & Undercoat in the appropriate complementary tone Two coats of your chosen finish coat colour, each one bringing another layer of rich pigments The Farrow & Ball System ensures that you achieve the intense finish for which Farrow & Ball is renowned. AT A GLANCE Although each Primer & Undercoat has its own specific set of application guidelines, we ve formulated them to follow the same basic process: 1. Prepare the surface making sure it s clean, dry and free from dirt and grease. 2. Apply the appropriate Primer & Undercoat, in the correct colour tone for your chosen finish coat, and wait for the recommended drying time to pass. You can find the right tone on the back of the colour card or on the website. 3. Apply two layers of your finish coat, leaving sufficient drying time between each one. 14

16 PRIMERS & UNDERCOATS Our Primers & Undercoats have been formulated with each of our finishes in mind to help you achieve the best results for your home. Following the Farrow & Ball System achieves a long lasting, even finish and the unique Farrow & Ball look. Take a look below to see which Primer & Undercoat is best suited to your project: Primer & Undercoat Wall & Ceiling Primer & Undercoat Interior Wood Primer & Undercoat Exterior Wood Primer & Undercoat Metal Primer & Undercoat Wood Floor Primer & Undercoat Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer What does it do? Perfect for interior walls and ceilings. Ideal for bare or previously painted wood. Provides a protective, flexible and breathable foundation for exterior bare or previously painted wood. A rust inhibiting primer for interior and exterior bare metal surfaces including gates, railings, furniture, radiators and metal downpipes. The highly durable base for a long lasting finish for interior wooden floors. Use on interior and exterior masonry, rendered or plastered surfaces which are porous, chalky or slightly degraded but otherwise structurally sound. It can also be used on interior concrete floors before applying Floor Paint. Finish coat to use it with Estate Emulsion Modern Emulsion Estate Eggshell Full Gloss Dead Flat Floor Paint Exterior Eggshell Full Gloss Estate Eggshell Full Gloss Dead Flat Exterior Eggshell Tones available Floor Paint 4 Exterior Masonry Estate Emulsion Modern Emulsion Floor Paint Tin sizes 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 4 1 gallon 1 1 gallon Wood Knot & Resin Blocking Primer Blocks resinous stains on interior and exterior woodwork. Use as a patch primer for knots on wooden floors before applying Wood Floor Primer & Undercoat. Full Gloss Exterior Eggshell Estate Eggshell Dead Flat 1 1 gallon 15

17 OUR PAINT BRUSHES AND ROLLERS Choosing the right brush or roller for your project is essential for achieving a distinctively smooth finish. Our brushes and roller are designed to work in harmony with our water based paints and help you to easily create your unique Farrow & Ball look in your home. BRUSHES: Made using 100% synthetic bristles to maintain a smooth and constant flow. Unique combination of shaped and flagged bristle tips to hold more paint, providing a smooth finish and reducing brush marks. Long bristles offer additional control for precision work. Easy grip birch handles. Easy to clean with warm soapy water. Our specialist Masonry Brush has a blend of pure and synthetic bristles to increase its durability when painting exterior surfaces. ROLLER: Our medium pile woven polyester roller, for use with emulsions, enables fast coverage, reduces splattering or stippling and provides a smooth, even finish. The handle s wire cage and metal arm hold the roller sleeve securely in place, reducing slippage and minimising flex. 16

18 FARROW & BALL WALLPAPER Our wallpapers are handcrafted using our own paints and traditional trough or block printing methods. Our Stripes and Drags are made using the trough method; our craftsmen hand cut individual pads and secure them under a paint trough. The painted ground paper is then dragged underneath and the paint flows out onto it, creating the drag and stripe effects. For block printed patterns the ground paper is brushed with paint first to create the ground layer of texture, then, using either a roller or flat bed block meticulously cut with the pattern, the designs are printed on top, sometimes with multiple colours to create body and weight. A transparent glaze is then applied over the top, making our papers wipeable. Creating our papers in this way means that not only do they hold the same rich pigment properties as our paints, but they also feature unique characteristics and a wonderful tactility. Whether it s bold prints or something more subtle, our collection of florals, damasks, stripes and geometrics has something to appeal to all. Our specially formulated wallpaper paste works in harmony with our papers, and its low alkalinity avoids the risk of affecting the decorative finish of the paper and preserves the distinctive colours. The paste comes in powder form and the tube doubles up as a measuring jug to make mixing the paste easier and ensure consistency. Five rolls of wallpaper can be hung with one tube of our paste. All our wallpapers are made as double rolls (11 yd long). 17

19 HANGING WALLPAPER Once you have ensured that the surface you re going to paper is clean, dry and free from any traces of dirt, old wallpaper or flaking paint you can begin hanging your paper. Check the pattern repeat before cutting the lengths according to the height of the wall, allowing two to three inches at the top and bottom for trimming. Working from the centre outwards, apply a generous, even coat of Farrow & Ball wallpaper paste over the paper ensuring that the edges are well pasted but avoid paste coming into contact with the pattern side of the paper. Fold the paper with adhesive side inwards and allow the paper to soak for 10 minutes until pliable. Make sure the paper doesn t become too wet, otherwise it may shrink back as it dries. Ensure any paste remaining on the surface of the paper is wiped away. For best results we recommend that any central heating is turned off overnight to allow the paper to dry naturally. Please refer to our Product Advice Sheets for more detailed information, 18

20 HOW MUCH PAINT OR WALLPAPER WILL I NEED? Not ordering enough paint or wallpaper can be frustrating and disruptive to your project, while ordering too much will result in leftovers. If you re unsure about how much you will need for your project, then we are more than happy to guide you through the calculations. For contact details please see below: PAINT Finish Approximate Coverage Sizes Available Recommended Number of Coats* Estate Emulsion 570ft 2 per gallon 100ml, 1 gallon 2 Modern Emulsion 480ft 2 per gallon 1 gallon 2 Estate Eggshell 480ft 2 per gallon, 1 gallon 2 Floor Paint 480ft 2 per gallon, 1 gallon 2 Full Gloss 480ft 2 per gallon, 1 gallon 2 Exterior Eggshell 529ft 2 per gallon, 1 gallon 2 Exterior Masonry 325ft 2 per gallon 1 gallon 2 Dead Flat 480ft 2 per gallon, 1 gallon 2 Drying Time Dry in 2 hours / recoat 2 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 5 hours Dry in 2 hours / recoat 4 hours WALLPAPER For more information on calculating how much wallpaper you ll need, please visit our website, nasales@farrow-ball.com, call us on or visit a showroom or retailer. *Additional coats may be required depending on the surface and finish coat colour. 19

21 HOW TO ORDER Our products are available via our website in showrooms and retailers around the world, by phone on and by contacting us at nasales@farrow-ball.com. You can also get in touch with us through any of these channels for advice on products, colours, finishes or preparation and application. SHARE YOUR SPACE We won t blame you for being proud of your finished project, so our dedicated Inspiration Site is the perfect way to share your scheme with Farrow & Ball enthusiasts across the world. Visit inspiration.farrow-ball.com to see how others have used our products to imbue their homes with colour and pattern and upload your project for others to admire. KEEPING IT GREEN Our water based, zero VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) paints are eco-friendly, low odour and are safe for the home and all who live there, including pets and children *. For more information on what we do for the world around us, visit the Eco page on our website. *Our paint has been tested and approved to meet The Toy Safety Standard BS EN 71 part 3 (toy safety) this means that all our paints vare safe to use in children s nurseries, bedrooms, cots and toys. 20

22 CHOOSING YOUR FINISH Take a look at our at-a-glance guide to help you select the correct finish, Primer & Undercoat and quantity you ll need for your decorating project. Product Use Finishes Description and Use Walls and ceilings Walls in high traffi c areas Kitchens and bathrooms Fine plaster work and ceilings Interior woodwork Interior metalwork Interior and Exterior Finishes Estate Emulsion For interior walls and ceilings - our signature chalky matte finish Modern Emulsion For interior walls and ceilings - including kitchens and bathrooms Estate Eggshell For interior woodwork and metal including radiators Floor Paint For interior wood and concrete floors including garages Full Gloss For interior and exterior woodwork and metal Exterior Masonry For exterior masonry surfaces Exterior Eggshell Durable finish for exterior wood and metal surfaces Specialist Finishes Dead Flat Primers & Undercoats Wall & Ceiling Primer & Undercoat Interior Wood Primer & Undercoat Exterior Wood Primer & Undercoat Metal Primer & Undercoat Wood Floor Primer & Undercoat Primers Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer Wood Knot & Resin Blocking Primer For interior woodwork, plaster and metal The perfect base for interior walls and ceilings The perfect base for interior bare wood or previously painted wood The perfect base for exterior bare or previously painted wood Rust inhibitor for interior and exterior bare metal surfaces The perfect base for a long lasting finish for interior wooden floors The perfect base for unsound masonry and plaster surfaces Blocks resinous stains on interior and exterior woodwork 21

23 = Highly recommended = Specialist use * = Not recommended * Please contact our Customer Services team for advice before using our products for these applications. Look Application Interior furniture Interior wooden fl oors Interior concrete fl oors Exterior woodwork Exterior metalwork Exterior furniture Exterior masonry Product look and sheen level Size of tin available Coverage for one coat Drying time Typical recoat time Very Flat Matte 2% 100ml, 1 Gallon 570 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 2 hours Flat Matte 7% 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours Mid Sheen 20% Semi Gloss 40% High Gloss 95% 1 Gallon 1 Gallon 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours Very Flat Matte 2% 1 Gallon 325 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 5 hours Mid Sheen 20% 1 Gallon 529 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours Very Flat Matte 2% 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours N/A 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours N/A N/A 1 Gallon 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours 529 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours N/A 95 ft² per 2 hours 4 hours N/A 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours N/A 1 Gallon 800 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 2 hours N/A 1 Gallon 480 ft² per 1 Gallon 2 hours 4 hours 22

24 Farrow & Ball, Uddens Estate, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7NL. England Finishes & Application Booklet - NA - November 2016