No. 229

Elephant's Breath

Exterior Masonry

Elephant's Breath is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 17.
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75 Years of Perfecting Paint
  • Handcrafted in Dorset
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Exerior Masonry

This warm and contemporary grey has a very popular and famous paint name originally created by John Fowler.  

For brick, render and concrete, Exterior Masonry brings super matt, long-lasting colour to exterior walls. Its water-resistant formula protects walls, while also offering the highest level of water vapour permeability to allow them to breathe. Applied in line with our Product Advice Sheets, it resists flaking, peeling, and fading for up to 15 years.

Complementary white: Strong White

Key features

Very matte

Very matte

Exterior Masonry is our super-matte, long-lasting finish for exterior walls with a 2% sheen. 

Our deeper, richer colours are available in a range of finishes with different sheen levels. Sheen always affects how colour appears: the same shade in gloss can look very different in matte. That’s why we specifically adjust the formula for every finish to make sure the balance is exactly right and you get the colour you were expecting. Our colours and finishes are formulated together, so you simply can’t have one without the other

For exterior brick and render 

For exterior brick and render

For exterior brick, render and concrete, Exterior Masonry brings super matte, long-lasting colour to exterior walls. Its water-resistant formula protects walls, while also offering the highest level of water vapour permeability to allow them to breathe. 

Weather resistant and breathable

Weather resistant and breathable

The water-resistant formula protects walls from the weather, while also offering the highest level of water vapour permeability to allow them to breathe. So, you can transform your exterior with colour that lasts. 

Protected from mold and mildew 

Protected from mold and mildew

Our expert chemists have formulated Exterior Masonry with added protection against mold and mildew, so your outdoor spaces stay looking their best. 

Lasts up to 15 years  

Lasts up to 15 years 

When applied according to our Product Advice Sheets, the resin-rich formula resists flaking, peeling and fading for up to 15 years. So, your exterior stays beautiful, no matter the weather. 

100% water based

100% water based

We’re proud to have been the first in the industry to transition to a completely water based range back in 2010. As a result, all of our finishes, including our tough trim and floor paints, are made with a low-odour, low-VOC water base that scores A+ for indoor air quality. 
 
Plus, our water based paint doesn’t discolour over time like solvent based paints can. So your spaces stay beautiful for longer.

Toy safe

Toy safe

This finish is independently tested and certified toy-safe in accordance with Safety of Toys Part 3: Migration of certain elements (EN 71-3:2019+A1:2021). That means you can and a splash of colour to toys, cribs and other surfaces little ones come into contact with. Our paints also have hardly any odour and don’t need any solvents to clean up, so you can breathe easy during application and beyond.


75 Years of Perfecting Paint

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.

Complementary White

Complementary white: Strong WhiteComplementary white: Strong White

Strong White

One of our Contemporary Neutrals, the subtle urban feel of its light grey undertones add a contemporary twist to period homes, while staying in keeping with modern properties.  Find out more about Strong White No.2001

Every colour in the Farrow & Ball palette is paired with a specific shade of white, these are selected to celebrate a shared undertone and create harmonious spaces alongside your chosen colour.


Recommended Primer & Undercoat

Primers & UndercoatPrimers & Undercoat

Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer

For use on masonry, rendered or plastered surfaces which are porous, chalky or slightly worn. Our Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer will prep the surface for an even and longer lasting finish in our Exterior Masonry, Estate Emulsion or Modern Emulsion. Available in one colour (dries clear).

Made with the same natural ingredients and pigments as our topcoats, our Primer & Undercoat is the crucial foundation for creating a rich, even and longer lasting finish.


Colour Schemes

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accent Colour London Clay
No.244
#9A9087
trim Colour Charleston Gray
No.243
#C7BEB3
#DBD5CA
#B7AFA9
#DBD5CA
accent Colour Skimming Stone
No.241
#B7AFA9
trim Colour Dove Tale
No.267
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#F6F6F2
#E4E2DC
#F6F6F2
accent Colour All White
No.2005
#E4E2DC
trim Colour Strong White
No.2001

Sample Our Favourite Greys

The best way to experience our colours before taking the plunge is with a true-to-colour paint sample. To help you narrow down your shortlist of shades, we've curated three of our most popular grey shades to help you find your perfect match.

Sample selection contains 3 x 100ml Sample Pots of our beautiful Ammonite, Skimming Stone and Elephant's Breath.




Rated 5 out of 5 by from Elephants Breath Such a lovely colour, it did take me three coats to get an even cover but absolutely worth the effort.
Date published: 2024-03-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The most beautiful colour I’ve now used Elephants breath in my living room, lounge, hallway, stairs and landing (paired with Strong White). It has the most beautiful warm tone, not too grey, not too pale, not too dark. In the sunlight it almost takes on a pink hue, while at night it provides a cosy warmth. In general, I love painting with the F&B paints. They go on smoothly, have no odour, and look fabulous as they change with the light throughout the day.
Date published: 2024-03-16