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Old White, quite simply, is the most historic of Farrow & Ball whites. It's part of the Traditional Neutrals group Lime White, Off-White, Old White and Slipper Satin the shades of which all share a subtle green undertone. This tone is particularly prominent in north-facing rooms, but is downplayed in well-lit spaces, making Old White appear as more of a grey. -
Off-White first appeared in the original palette of Farrow & Ball colours, making it a true classic. It still earns its keep in the palette today as part of the Traditional Neutrals group, alongside Old White, Slipper Satin and Lime White, which share its alluring green undertone. -
Off-Black is quite simply what it says: a softer alternative to a true, pitch black for front doors, woodwork, and for the daring the walls of any small space crying out for a bit of character. -
With a less aged feel than more traditional Farrow & Ball neutrals, such as Lime White, New White creates fresh and warm interiors. It works wonders alongside its fellow Yellow Based Neutrals, Matchstick and String, especially in a country kitchen. -
Nancy's Blushes takes its inspiration from a rosy-cheeked little girl named Nancy. Cheerful and uplifting, it nevertheless feels sophisticated when used alongside a soft neutral in a low-lit room. For a more impactful look, try it with the graphic St Giles Blue. -
Mouse's Back is a soft, quiet grey-brown inspired by the colour of the beloved British fieldmouse. It has a little green to it, which is especially prominent in rooms without much natural light, and works beautifully alongside other green-toned neutrals such as Lime White. -
Mole's Breath is a strong grey that makes a very versatile accent for other Farrow & Ball greys, whether an Easy Neutral like Wevet or a Contemporary Neutral like Strong White. Used on walls in a smaller room, it feels daring yet comforting. Or, try it on a kitchen island to make a statement against lighter grey cabinets. -
Mizzle is a West Country dialect word for a mix of mist and drizzle. This evocative tone is a light and misty green-grey tone, without any coolness from blue undertones. Try it with the stronger Pigeon on trim for a cohesive look. -
Matchstick is a simple tone with a simple source of inspiration the humble kitchen match. The colour of unbleached wood, it's warm but not overly creamy, creating a fresh feel in rooms that receive a lot of natural light. Try it in a scheme with lighter yellow-based neutrals New White and White Tie. -
Lulworth Blue is a colour typically found in Regency palettes, but with a nod to the ancient landscape around Farrow & Ball's home the Jurassic Coast in southern England. Bright yet peaceful, it's a wonderful option for a light and breezy bedroom. -
Lime White is an off-white shade inspired by traditional 'distemper' paints, whose recipes included ingredients derived from limestone. It features a very small amount of green pigment, which gives it an effortless softness. -
The name 'Light Gray' was first used to describe colours in the 9th century, making this one of the most ancient inspirations for a Farrow & Ball colour. It has a slight green undertone that means it works particularly well with the Farrow & Ball Traditional Neutrals Group. -
Light Blue is a long-standing Farrow & Ball favourite, having originally featured in the brand's first collection of colours. Its enduring popularity is largely thanks to its changeable nature, with its delicate silvery tones becoming more prominent in areas of low light. -
Lichen is a muted shade of green that effortlessly evokes the subtle beauty of the natural world. It has a slight hint of blue to it, and works well in a scheme alongside the lighter Vert De Terre. -
Lamp Room Gray is a traditional blue-grey colour that creates timeless-feeling schemes. It's slightly softer than Pavilion Gray but still has a surprising amount of strength to it when used in smaller spaces. -
James White was originally created for a Dr James, a discerning man whose garden room was in need of a lightly green-based white. The finished result is subtle and soothing, and looks particularly good in rooms that receive little natural light. -
India Yellow has an unusual source of inspiration, taking its name from a pigment traditionally collected from the urine of cows fed on mango leaves. It's a very modern yellow, thanks to its deep earthy tones, and looks just as good used in moderation as it does all over a smaller room to create a cosy escape. -
Inchyra Blue was once a custom Farrow & Ball paint colour, created specially for Inchyra House in Perthshire. Its deep blue-grey tone takes its inspiration from wild and stormy Scottish skies, and is just as changeable as the weather in certain lights, it can take on a more blue, grey, or even green cast. -
Incarnadine is a rich crimson colour. Unashamedly glamorous, especially when used in Farrow & Ball Full Gloss, it can be used in a strong palette with Tanner's Brown woodwork or with a bright white, which will create a fresher feel. -
House White is a clean, cool off-white shade. With its slight green undertone, it's far from a classic cream paint, looking almost citrussy on walls. Try it with All White woodwork for an effortless combination. -
Hay is a warm and dusty yellow with a distinct green undertone, evoking the freshness of the crop from which it takes its name. It's less intensely coloured than the sunny Yellow Ground, and therefore easier to use for those who love yellow but are nervous of strong wall colours. -
Hague Blue is a fantastically popular Farrow & Ball blue, a deep and inky favourite for walls, woodwork, and front doors alike. Try it as a darker accent to Borrowed Light, or all over for rooms that make a real statement. -
Green Smoke is one of Farrow & Ball's most versatile greens, working just as well on kitchen cabinets and panelling as it does on walls. It's a deep and smoky shade with a generous dose of blue pigment, inspired by the interiors of the late 19th century. -
Great White is a white with just a hint of pink. Its subtlety makes it a wonderful wall colour for children's rooms, offering the delicate sweetness of a pale lilac-pink with the versatility and sophistication of a neutral. Its undertone also makes it a natural partner for stronger pinks such as Rangwali. -
French Gray, despite its name, leans heavily towards green. A beautifully subtle and indeterminate shade, it takes its inspiration from colours popular in French decoration in the 19th century, and creates very relaxed-feeling rooms. Its green undertone makes it a sympathetic colour for exterior woodwork, especially front doors.
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