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Borrowed Light

No.235

A pale and illuminating blue

Evoking the colour of summer skies, Borrowed Light is a wonderfully pale blue named after the delicate light that cascades through small windows and fanlights. It works as well in a room deprived of light as it does in an airy sunroom. This soft and classic tone is perfectly suited to children’s bedrooms, especially when contrasted with Stiffkey Blue on furniture or woodwork. 

Recommended Primer & Undercoat: White & Light Tones

Complementary white: All White

Borrowed Light is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 188.
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ECO-FRIENDLY AND CHILD-SAFE

Back in 2010, we moved our entire range to an eco-friendly water base that’s low odour, low VOC and child-safe, becoming the first in the industry to do so. Easy to clean without harmful solvents, in tins that can be recycled again and again, our paints help to reduce the environmental impact of redecorating your home.


QUALITY FINISHES

Every one of our paint colours is available in a range of durable interior and exterior paint finishes, each rigorously tested to ensure an exceptional depth of colour and long-lasting finish. For the very best results, we always recommend using a Farrow & Ball Primer & Undercoat – see above for the correct tone for this colour.


SAFETY INFORMATION

All Farrow & Ball finishes except Limewash contain isothiazolinones, which may produce an allergic reaction. Farrow & Ball Limewash contains calcium hydroxide which can cause severe damage in contact with skin or eyes. For further information about our products, including guidance on safe use and application, click here to view our advice pages.

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Limewash: Danger. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Exterior Eggshell and Exterior Masonry: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Contains isothiazolinones. May produce an allergic reaction.

All other finishes: Contains isothiazolinones. May produce an allergic reaction.

Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing quality and lovely colour Very impressed with the quality of the paint, the finish is excellent and the depth of colour superb. The room looks great. Although it might seem more expensive than other makes, the end result and ease of use means it is value for money. Would certainly use again.
Date published: 2021-06-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Beautiful restful colour We are so pleased with our newly decorated guest room - borrowed light modern emulsion on the walls, borrowed light modern eggshell on the radiator and all white on the skirting boards & window frame. Easy paint to work with. Good coverage on the wall (2 coats), although the radiator needed 3 coats. We’re so happy with the calm & relaxing feel of this colour. The room is east facing and it looks great with the morning sunshine & in the cooler evening light.
Date published: 2021-06-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Borrowed Light We have just had a kitchen refit & needed a colour that contrasted well with our units; after trying several F & B samples we bought Borrowed Light & after applying 2 coats the finished effect is exactly what we hoped for
Date published: 2021-03-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Beautiful colour and lovely quality paint Just finished painting my hall, landing and stairs in Borrowed Light and it’s looking really good.
Date published: 2021-03-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Crisp and clean Borrowed light does what it says on the tin! It has turned my dark north facing Art studio into a light and refreshing space.
Date published: 2021-03-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lovely colour Lovely colour, good coverage. Paint has no smell; as an asthmatic, I find I can use it without any ill effects..
Date published: 2021-03-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Expensive paint but very high quality We've been using F&B paint for years and have always been impressed with the ease of application, good coverage and longevity of the various finishes. We shall continue to use the products. I don't want to be redecorating every couple of years and some of this paint has been on for 10 years or more!
Date published: 2021-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Such a difference. Very happy with this purchase. The paint is so easy to apply and gives a lovely Matt finish. It has brightened up our kitchen and seems to reflect the light even with the Matt. We have used Farrow & Ball before and have been very pleased with the long-lasting quality.
Date published: 2021-02-11
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