Why Choose Blue?
Despite their reputation, the blues always make us smile. From deep, dark and delicious tones to light, bright and breezy hues, there are blues for every occasion. Whether you have a country cottage or industrial loft, period property or new build, a blue colour scheme will be right at home.
You may have heard to avoid blues in a north-facing space and while it’s true, this light does bring out cool, blue undertones, that doesn’t make it wrong. In these situations, your blue will simply look bluer. It’s a consideration, not a rule.
Discover our blue paint colours
If you've ever wondered what it is that makes Farrow & Ball so special, you'll find the answers here. From our high-quality ingredients to our artisanal methods, our 100% water based range of finishes and responsible practices, it's about so much more than just paint and paper.
Our Signature Blue Paint Colours
We adore all our blues equally, but a few have become particularly popular among Farrow & Ball fans — , and to name just three. Blue doesn’t have to be bold. We have several shades that are so soft and subtle , they’re almost neutral, for example , and . The blues in our palette have an array of subtle undertones to create depth, character and complexity — some are true blues, while others seem to shift between shades depending on the light.
How to Create a Blue Colour Scheme
Choosing colours is both the joy — and the challenge — of decorating. You could layer multiple shades of blue for a relaxed scheme, keep it classic with a complementary white or go for a bolder, contrasting colour. Another option is to keep things simple and colour drench, which works particularly well with dark blues in bedrooms, snugs and spaces you use in the evening.
To help spark your imagination, we asked our in-house experts Joa Studholme and Patrick O’Donnell to share three of their favourite blue scheme suggestions.
Joa's Blue Schemes
Joa Studholme is a best-selling author, Colour Curator and the mind behind many of our (and the world’s) most iconic paint shades. The original Colour Consultant, it’s no surprise that Joa knows our palette inside and out. You can book Joa to help with your transformation in-home or over video call.
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Patrick's Blue Schemes
Patrick O’Donnell spends his life talking, thinking and playing with colour. Our Brand Ambassador, the face of Farrow & Ball on social media and the host of our podcast, The Chromologist, he’s transformed homes of every shape, style and size. For personal advice from Patrick, you can book a colour consultancy.
