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Drab (41)
Like the warmer Dauphin, this mid-toned brown is a classic example of the elegant 'drab' tones loved by homeowners of the 18th and 19th centuries. Far from being dull, as our modern understanding of its name would suggest, it simply means a colour without brightness. Try it on woodwork with a softer Farrow & Ball white, like Off-White, on walls.
Archived colour
This paint colour isn’t available as a Sample Pot. If you’d like to see it in person before committing to a full tin, we recommend visiting your nearest showroom.
This paint colour isn’t available as a Sample Pot. If you’d like to see it in person before committing to a full tin, we recommend visiting your nearest showroom.
Sample pots available in Matt finish only
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About this finish
Dead Flat 2% sheen · ultra matt
Farrow & Ball's flattest finish, now tough enough to scrub. A chalky, light-softening matt that works across walls, woodwork and metal, so a whole room can be painted in one finish.
Best for
Walls, ceilings, skirting, doors and radiators where you want a completely flat, colour-drenched look.
Modern Emulsion 7% sheen · washable matt
A durable matt with a whisper of sheen. Washable and stain resistant, so everyday marks and splashes wipe away.
Best for
Kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, stairs and children's rooms: busy walls that need cleaning.
Estate Emulsion 2% sheen · chalky matt
The classic Farrow & Ball look: a soft, chalky finish that gives colour real depth and changes beautifully with the light.
Best for
Walls and ceilings in quieter rooms such as living rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms.
Wipeable rather than scrubbable. For high-traffic rooms, choose Modern Emulsion.
Modern Eggshell 40% sheen · mid sheen
A tough, scrubbable water-based eggshell with a noticeable soft shine. Stain resistant and hard-wearing.
Best for
Interior woodwork and metal: doors, skirting, banisters, radiators, kitchen cabinets and even floors.
Flat Eggshell 20% sheen · low sheen
Farrow & Ball's flattest interior eggshell. Super tough, stain resistant and scrubbable to the highest rating, with a subtle low sheen.
Best for
Skirting, door frames, windowsills, stairs and kitchen cabinets, plus concrete and wooden floors.
Full Gloss 95% sheen · high gloss
Farrow & Ball's highest shine. A water-based gloss that is hard-wearing and adds a glamorous, reflective finish.
Best for
Front doors, railings and trim, inside or out. Also striking on interior walls and ceilings.
Exterior Eggshell 20% sheen · exterior
A durable, flexible finish that protects outdoor wood and metal against the weather while keeping rich colour.
Best for
Window frames, doors, fences, sheds, garden furniture and metalwork.
Exterior Masonry 2% sheen · exterior matt
A long-lasting, super matt finish for outside walls that resists weathering while staying flat in appearance.
Best for
Render, brick, stone and pebbledash on house walls and garden walls.
Casein Distemper 2% sheen · breathable matt
A strengthened traditional distemper with a very flat finish and a breathable structure, so moisture can escape.
Best for
Plastered walls and ceilings in older homes and low-traffic rooms.
Not washable. Best suited to period properties and specialist decorators.
Soft Distemper 2% sheen · powdery matt
A delicate traditional distemper with an exquisite soft, powdery finish. Applied in light coats and easily removed, it protects fine detail.
Best for
Ornate ceilings, cornices and detailed interior plasterwork.
Not washable and not for walls that get touched.
Limewash Mineral finish · chalky
A traditional lime-based finish that dries to a soft, mottled, chalky look full of character. Very breathable.
Best for
Exterior and interior lime render, stone, brick and lime plaster, especially on period buildings.
Contains lime, so wear gloves and eye protection when applying.
About this colour
Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 23.7
Dark – absorbs most light
LRV runs from 0 (black) to 100 (pure white). Farrow & Ball No. 41.
Drab (41)
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