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Lattice

Lattice

Taken from 19th Century french archives, lattice is a wallpaper of palpable class. The undulating pattern ripples up the length of the paper, creating a mesmerising and hypnotic design. Available in 5 colourways.

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Preparation & Application - Interior

Metal

All our paints are water based, eco friendly and comply with the latest EU environmental legislation regarding the VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content of paints. Our finishes are all low in odour and classified as either low or minimal VOC. These water based paints can be applied to surfaces previously painted in an oil based finish. However, surfaces painted in oil based paint require a minimum of two weeks drying time before water based paint is applied on top. Farrow & Ball oil based paint finishes are no longer available.

The following guidelines apply to the Estate® Eggshell, Dead Flat and Full Gloss paint finishes, suitable for all interior metal including radiators.

Surface Preparation

Ensure the metal surface is sound, clean, dry and free from dirt, grease and any other contamination.

For ferrous metal surfaces, i.e. metals that can rust such as traditional radiators:

  • New and previously painted metal surfaces should be thoroughly degreased.
  • Remove any rust or weak paint back to bare metal.
  • Apply two coats of Farrow & Ball Metal Primer.


For galvanised metal surfaces, i.e. metal that has been coated to prevent rusting, e.g. most modern domestic radiators:

  • With Etch Primer or Mordant Solution taking care to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • When dry, clean with a detergent.

Paint Application

  • When using more than one tin of the same colour, check that the batch numbers are the same (see the base of the tin). If not then mix the tins together before use.
  • Estate® Eggshell: stir paint thoroughly before use. Load brush well and apply two coats. For a perfect finish, lightly sand between coats. Estate® Eggshell is touch dry in one hour and can be recoated in four hours.
  • Full Gloss: stir paint thoroughly before use. Apply one coat and allow to dry. Sand off with a fine abrasive paper to remove raised grain or roughed surface. Apply a final coat. Full Gloss is touch dry in one hour and can be recoated in four hours.
  • Dead Flat: Load brush well and apply two coats. For a perfect finish, lightly sand between coats. Dead Flat is touch dry in one hour and can be recoated in four hours.
  • Clean brushes with warm soapy water.

Woodwork: Off-White No.3 Estate Eggshell
Wall: Blue Gray No.91 Estate Emulsion
Radiator: Old White No.4 Estate Eggshell

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A high quality matt emulsion designed for use throughout the house on ceilings and walls. The chalky matt finish has unrivalled depth of colour and defines the Farrow & Ball look. This is a water based finish. This low odour paint has a dead flat finish. Suitable for interior woodwork, plaster and metal where a very matt finish is required. Not suitable for use in kitchens, bathrooms, on furniture or areas of heavy wear. This is a water based finish. This low sheen, high performance wall and ceiling paint is ideal for use in kitchens, bathrooms, children's rooms, hallways and other areas of high usage. This is a water based finish. A traditional high gloss finish which is suitable for both interior and exterior wood and metalwork. No longer restricted to front doors and woodwork, it can also be used for dramatic effect on ceilings and walls. This is a water based finish. An extremely durable eggshell finish which is ideal for all interior woodwork and metal including radiators. It provides a tough, washable and easily maintained surface and is an excellent complement to our Estate Emulsion and Modern Emulsion. This is a water based finish. This hard-wearing paint has a classic eggshell finish and is an ideal way of treating timber or concrete floors. Suitable for use in virtually every area of the house, from hallways to kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, playrooms and offices. This is a water based finish. Flexible and durable, this water based eggshell has good water shedding properties yet allows wood to breathe. For exterior use on wood and metal surfaces, including doors, window frames, cladding, barge boards, railing and gates, guttering and garden furniture. This is a water based finish. This finish has the hallmark Farrow & Ball mattness coupled with exceptional durability. Extremely tough and hard-wearing, it can be used on all masonry surfaces. Not available in all colours. This is a water based finish. Your paint finish choice has been saved. Find out more...

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For use on exterior woodwork to provide a protective and breathable foundation when using Exterior Eggshell or Full Gloss. For use on plaster when using Estate® Emulsion and Modern Emulsion. Available in ten colours. For use on bare wood when using Estate® Eggshell, Full Gloss and Dead Flat. Available in ten colours. The primer you have selected is not available.

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