There are some fantastic Modern Country tones in there and, this week, having had the privilege of using them all already, I'll be giving you the low-down and sharing my favourites new Farrow and Ball paint colours with you. Farrow and Ball New 2016 Paint Colours!
The new Farrow and Ball paint we're looking at today is...
Drop Cloth
Farrow and Ball say...
The colour and its name is a nod to painters and decorators; a drop cloth is the traditional name for the indispensable painter's dust sheet which this colour embodies. It reads as neither too yellow, nor too grey and is the perfect contrast to the slightly lighter Shaded White. It is a pure neutral that feels soft and familiar. Drop Cloth is a step away from the cooler greys that have dominated the contemporary home, being more sensitive to the natural world and reflecting outdoor space.
And their little video...
Modern Country Style says....
Farrow and Ball have really come up trumps with Drop Cloth; it's one of their cusp colours - that is, you're never sure whether you've been gazing at a grey, a stony greige, a green or a blue. See how it gathers momentum in the conrners? And for those of you who think this is a boring beige, just look at how it contrasts with the brown of the floor. Drop Cloth is packed full of subtlties and it's for that reason that it definitely goes into my favourites box. Yes, Drop Cloth is Drop Dread Gorgeous!
This is how it really looks...
Farrow and Ball Drop Cloth
With some of their new marketing material the images are way off how the colour actually looks but they've done a good job with Farrow and Ball Drop Cloth. What you see is what you'll get....a delicious mirage of gorgeousness.
Last week, I was busy painting our dolls house with the new Farrow and Ball colours ready for a super informative post on Relics of Witney on all the new 2016 paints. You can see that here...
For the perfect understated, tone-on-tone neutral kitchen, Drop Cloth is particularly suited to units, alongside walls painted in its friend Shadow White. It will look fresh in bright sunlight, but more muted in evening light, with the added bonus that lighter walls and darker units will make any room feel larger.
Charlotte:
Like Shadow White, Drop Cloth is neither too yellow nor too grey, so works on a number of levels. It is great for creating a sophisticated but relaxed look, especially when layered with Shaded White and Shadow White.
How to use it...
1.
Joa:
Drop Cloth is the perfect neutral to use with many of the old Farrow & Ball favorites, particularly with Blue Gray and Light Gray for a slightly mismatched and very relaxed scheme.
Drop Cloth is great for those who want to avoid a scheme that is overly gray, but also don't want any yellow tones in their rooms. When used on the walls, with a Light Gray floor, and Blue Gray woodwork, it will create a room that feels as if it has been there forever.
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Charlotte:
If you're looking for a more graphic, contemporary look, Drop Cloth looks fantastic on the woodwork against stronger colours like Railings and Babouche.
This feature is sponsored by Farrow & Ball. To find out more about the new colours go tofarrow-ball.com
Neither too yellow, nor too grey, Drop Cloth is the traditional name for the indispensable painter's dust sheet which this muted colour embodies. A nod to our painters and decorators, this mid grey beige is the perfect contrast to our slightly lighter Shaded White and Shadow White, creating a trio of colours that sit effortlessly together in modern and traditional homes, both large and small.
Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones
Complementary white: Shadow White
Finish Finder
Finishes Use Tin Size Availability Approx. Coverage - Sq. Ft
Estate Emulsion
Signature chalky, very matte finish, especially suited to interior walls and ceilings.
2% Sheen
100 ml
1 Gallon
9 Sq. Ft.
570 Sq. Ft.
Estate Eggshell
Signature, very durable satin finish, especially suited to interior wood, metal, and kitchen cabinets.
20% Sheen
750 ml
1 Gallon
95 Sq. Ft.
480 Sq. Ft.
Modern Emulsion
Washable, mold and mildew resistant matte finish, especially suited to bathroom, kitchen and busy areas.
7% Sheen
1 Gallon 480 Sq. Ft. Modern Eggshell
Extremely durable mid sheen finish, especially suited to staircases, floors, kitchen cabinets and interior metal
40% Sheen
750 ml
1 Gallon
95 Sq. Ft.
480 Sq. Ft.
Full Gloss
Most durable high gloss finish, especially suited to interior and exterior wood and metal.
95% Sheen
750 ml
1 Gallon
95 Sq. Ft.
480 Sq. Ft.
Exterior Masonry
Very durable, very matte, high-performance finish , especially suited to exterior masonry and exposed interior stone or brickwork.
2% Sheen
1 Gallon 325 Sq. Ft. Exterior Eggshell
Very durable satin finish, especially suited to exterior wood and metal.
20% Sheen
750 ml
1 Gallon
105 Sq. Ft.
529 Sq. Ft.
Dead Flat
Exceptionally matte, elegant finish for interior walls, ceilings, wood and metal.
2% Sheen
750 ml
1 Gallon
95 Sq. Ft.
480 Sq. Ft.
Coverage is dependent on thickness of application and surface type. Figures are based on one coat although at least 2 coats are recommended. The finishes are available in all colours except for Exterior Masonry.
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What colour is Drop Cloth Farrow and Ball?
A gentle mid grey beige Neither too yellow, nor too grey, Drop Cloth is the traditional name for the indispensable painter's dust sheet which this muted colour embodies.
Does Drop Cloth look green?
A Classic neutral, I have used drop cloth in many of my rooms, I find most colours go well with this as a back drop. As with all F&B the colour changes with the day light, I prefer the darker tones in the evenings, think along the lines of a warm muddy clay beige but can look green tones.
Is Farrow and Ball better than Dulux?
So which is better, Farrow & Ball or Dulux? While Farrow & Ball has its merits and a niche market for those seeking distinctive and artisanal paint options, Dulux Trade Paint emerges as the superior choice for most projects.
What is the most popular Farrow and Ball colour?
The most popular Farrow & Ball paint colours.
Elephant's Breath..
Green Smoke..
Pigeon..
Hague Blue..
Oval Room Blue..
Railings..
Arsenic..
French Gray..