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Elephant's Breath

Modern Emulsion

Elephant's Breath is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 19.
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75 Years of Perfecting Paint
  • Handcrafted in Dorset
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Modern Emulsion

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

Modern Emulsion is our super-tough, easy to clean finish for interior walls and ceilings. Washable and protected against mould, it’s the best choice for kitchens and bathrooms.

@Stone and Chrome

Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones

Complementary white: Strong White

Key features

Matt

Matt

Modern Emulsion is a beautiful, durable matt finish with 7% 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 matt. 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 interior walls and ceilings

For interior walls and ceilings

Modern Emulsion is our super-tough, matt finish for interior walls and ceilings. 

From walls, floors and furniture to radiators, skirtings and sheds, our range of paint finishes can help you transform almost any surface in your home (and outside it, too). Browse our full selection of finishes to find the perfect paint for your project.

Best choice for kitchens and bathrooms

Best choice for kitchens and bathrooms

Our expert chemists add a preservative to Modern Emulsion that protects it from mould, keeping moisture-prone kitchens and bathrooms looking fresh. So, although it makes a wonderful addition to every room of your home, it’s the best finish option for these steamy spaces in particular. 

Tough and easy-to-clean

Tough and easy-to-clean

Our super-tough superstar for washable walls, Modern Emulsion has a high-performance formula that makes it easy to wipe away spills and marks – not paint. We use high-quality minerals and strong binders to make sure it’s also resistant to knocks and scrapes. 

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. 

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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

Mid Tones

Based on the colour Bone, using our Mid Tones Primer & Undercoat adds the richest depth of colour to some of our best-selling shades.

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

#C7BEB3
#DBD5CA
#B7AFA9
#DBD5CA
accent Colour Skimming Stone
No.241
#B7AFA9
trim Colour Dove Tale
No.267
#C7BEB3
#736660
#9A9087
#736660
accent Colour London Clay
No.244
#9A9087
trim Colour Charleston Gray
No.243
#C7BEB3
#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.

  1. Liquorice
    Liquorice
    No. CB10
    No. CB10
  2. Dove Tale
    Dove Tale
    No. 267
    No. 267
  3. Manor House Gray
    Manor House Gray
    No. 265
    No. 265
  4. Down Pipe
    Down Pipe
    No. 26
    No. 26
  5. Plummett
    Plummett
    No. 272
    No. 272
  6. Tar
    Tar
    No. CC1
    No. CC1
  7. Stoke
    Stoke
    No. CC7
    No. CC7
  8. Mole's Breath
    Mole's Breath
    No. 276
    No. 276
  9. French Gray
    French Gray
    No. 18
    No. 18
  10. Pigeon
    Pigeon
    No. 25
    No. 25
  11. Hardwick White
    Hardwick White
    No. 5
    No. 5
  12. Light Gray
    Light Gray
    No. 17
    No. 17
  13. Lamp Room Gray
    Lamp Room Gray
    No. 88
    No. 88
  14. Blue Gray
    Blue Gray
    No. 91
    No. 91
  15. Cornforth White
    Cornforth White
    No. 228
    No. 228
  16. Mizzle
    Mizzle
    No. 266
    No. 266
  17. Elephant's Breath
    Elephant's Breath
    No. 229
    No. 229
  18. Pavilion Gray
    Pavilion Gray
    No. 242
    No. 242
  19. Charleston Gray
    Charleston Gray
    No. 243
    No. 243
  20. Ammonite
    Ammonite
    No. 274
    No. 274

Colour Consultancy

Our expert Colour Consultants are ready and waiting to help bring your style to life. If you’d like personalised advice on how to use our paint and papers in your home, book an in-home or virtual appointment today.

View All Grey Paint Colours

Light or dark, warm or cool, grey paint is effortlessly versatile and can create every mood imaginable.

 

Grey Paint Colours

Discover Grey Paint Schemes

Find inspiration for your project and view beautiful images of grey paint schemes in real homes.

Grey Paint Schemes

Rated 5 out of 5 by from Gorgeous colour Fabulous colour we abs love it you cannot go wrong with Farrow and Ball
Date published: 2024-04-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from White vs colours The colours iv used all go on nice and leave a lovely finish but I carnt get the same quality finish with your white paint and I'm using the same roller brand (your roller). Thanks.
Date published: 2024-04-21
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