Why Choose Black?
Black colour schemes are much more versatile than you might think. You could use black on every wall, as a feature wall or on skirting boards, which is a wonderful way to make a space feel bigger and brighter if paired with a lighter wall colour. Black is also a classic choice for exterior wood and metal, particularly in Full Gloss for front doors.
Discover our black 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 Black Paint Colours
Our Signature Palette has a striking selection of blacks to choose from. True blacks, like , are strong, dramatic and ideal for industrial spaces. There are also softer, charcoal shades like and , which have a slightly more faded feel.
All of our blacks are carefully created with a mix of complex undertones for unrivalled depth and character. For example, has a rich purple undertone, while has warm red undertones.
How to Create a Black Colour Scheme
Choosing colours is half the joy — and half the challenge — of decorating. With such beautiful shades to choose from, it can be tricky to narrow them down.
It may seem a little intimidating, but consider colour drenching a room entirely in black, or layering several black shades together. This creates an inviting, protective feel so is perfect for bedrooms, dining rooms and snugs. Of course, if you prefer a more subtle palette, a touch of black on a skirting board, storage or furniture helps add interest to a lighter neutral colour scheme.
We’ve asked our experts Joa Studholme and Patrick O’Donnell for three of their favourite black colour scheme suggestions.
Joa's Black 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 Black 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.
