Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Estate Emulsion tin and open lid

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 in a room setting

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 paint in an open tin

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Dead Flat tin and open lid

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2008

FamilyNeutral / Greige

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2008

FamilyNeutral / Greige

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

SKU: 5029496012545

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Paint

Name: Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Paint
Brand: Farrow & Ball
SKU: 5029496012545
Price: 34.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£34.00 Inc VAT

£28.33 Exc VAT

A very pale taupe from Farrow & Ball's Warm Neutrals. Dimity No.2008 is named after the lightweight cotton fabric once used for bustles, and is brimming with warmth and depth, making it perfect for elegant and understated hallways. Available in all Farrow & Ball finishes and sizes. Read More

Current Size selected: 750ml

750ml

2.5L

5L

Quantity

FREE Delivery Over £60*

(Subject to T&Cs)

Shipping & Returns FAQs

Secure Payment

No card details are stored.

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2008

FamilyNeutral / Greige

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Product Description

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 is a very pale taupe named after the lightweight cotton fabric originally used to make bustles, and now more commonly used for bedding. Pale and subdued, it is brimming with warmth and an unmatchable depth.

One of the brand's Warm Neutrals, Dimity can be combined with All White and Pointing to read pinker, or with the darker Oxford Stone on woodwork for a slightly aged look and relaxed feel. Pointing is its complementary white, and Farrow & Ball also suggest it with Red Earth and London Stone.

Does Dimity look pink?

It depends what you pair it with. Farrow & Ball describe Dimity as a very pale taupe, and say it reads pinker when combined with All White and Pointing, or takes on a slightly aged, relaxed look with the darker Oxford Stone on woodwork.

Where to use Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008

Farrow & Ball describe Dimity as perfect for elegant and understated hallways. Combine it with All White and Pointing for a pinker look, or with the darker Oxford Stone on woodwork for a slightly aged look and relaxed feel.

Choose Estate Emulsion or Modern Emulsion for walls and ceilings, Dead Flat for a completely flat look across walls and woodwork, or Flat Eggshell and Modern Eggshell for durable, scrubbable woodwork and cabinets. For exteriors, choose Exterior Masonry or Exterior Eggshell for breathable, weather-resistant performance.

Colours that go with Dimity

Pointing is the complementary white Farrow & Ball pair with Dimity for ceilings and trim. Their suggested colour schemes combine it with:

Suggested scheme

Dimity No.2008 Red Earth No.64Accent colour

London Stone No.6Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Dimity No.2008 Joa's White No.226Accent colour

Oxford Stone No.264Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Dimity No.2008 Pointing No.2003Accent colour

All White No.2005Trim colour

Colours similar to Dimity

If Dimity isn't quite right, Farrow & Ball's colour experts suggest sampling Pointing and Tailor Tack for a lighter shade, or Joa's White and Oxford Stone for a deeper one. Comparing sample pots side by side on your own walls is the most reliable way to choose.

Buy Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 from Rabart

Rabart is an authorised Farrow & Ball stockist, with decorating centres across Wales and the South West of England. All our stores have Farrow & Ball paint mixing machines, so you can usually have Dimity mixed in your chosen finish and ready to take home the same day, subject to availability of your chosen finish. Alternatively, order online in a range of finishes and sizes from 750ml to 5L, or try a Farrow & Ball sample pot first.

Specifications by finish

Coverage and recoat times vary by finish. The figures below are from Farrow & Ball's product data sheets for normal conditions; cooler or more humid environments may extend drying times, and darker shades may need an additional coat.

Finish	Best for	Sheen	Coverage per litre	Touch dry	Recoat	Application
Interior Performance Finishes
Dead Flat	Walls & ceilings, woodwork & metal	2%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush, roller or airless spray
Modern Emulsion	Walls & ceilings	7%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush, roller or airless spray
Flat Eggshell	Wood, metal, concrete floors, kitchen & bathroom cabinets	20%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush, roller, airless or HVLP spray
Modern Eggshell	Wood, metal, concrete floors, kitchen & bathroom cabinets	40%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush, roller, airless or HVLP spray
Full Gloss	Interior & exterior wood and metal, front doors, skirting boards	95%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush or roller, airless or HVLP spray (roller not recommended on large areas such as walls)
Exterior Performance Finishes
Exterior Masonry	Brick, render, concrete, terracotta	2%	Up to 8 m²	2 hours	5 hours	Brush, roller or airless spray
Exterior Eggshell	Exterior wood and metal, front doors, cladding, fences	20%	Up to 13 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush, roller, airless or HVLP spray
Full Gloss	Interior & exterior wood and metal, front doors, skirting boards	95%	Up to 12 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush or roller, airless or HVLP spray (roller not recommended on large areas such as walls)
The Estate Range
Estate Emulsion	Walls & ceilings in low-traffic areas	2%	Up to 14 m²	2 hours	2 hours	Brush, roller or airless spray
Casein Distemper	Walls & ceilings in low-traffic areas, historic homes, surfaces that need to breathe	2%	Up to 13 m²	2 hours	4 hours	Brush (not suitable for spraying; roller not recommended on large areas)
Soft Distemper	Plasterwork and intricate mouldings in low-traffic areas, historic homes	2%	Up to 13 m²	2 hours	No recoat required	Brush or airless spray (roller not recommended on large areas)
Limewash	Lime-rendered exterior and interior walls (not suitable for gypsum plaster)	2%	Varies with conditions	3 hours	12 hours	Long-haired or masonry brush (not suitable for spraying)

Dead Flat

Key Information

CoverageUp to 12 m² per litre
Touch dry2 hours
Recoat4 hours
Application methodBrush, roller or airless spray
Clean-upWarm soapy water
Finish2% sheen (dead flat matt)

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008

Colour story

Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 in real homes

See how Farrow & Ball Dimity No.2008 looks across interior walls, woodwork, exterior facades and more. Click any image to view full size.

Choosing the right Farrow & Ball finish

Every Farrow & Ball colour is available in a range of finishes. The right choice depends on the surface you're painting and how much wear it'll see.

Estate Emulsion

2% sheen

The classic chalky, very matt finish for walls and ceilings in low-traffic rooms.

Modern Emulsion

7% sheen

Washable and mould-resistant, ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, hallways and family rooms.

Dead Flat

2% sheen

Same matt depth as Estate Emulsion but scrubbable and scuff-resistant. Suitable for walls, woodwork and metal.

Flat Eggshell

20% sheen

F&B's tough new low-sheen finish for interior wood, metal and concrete, including kitchen cabinets, skirtings and floors.

Modern Eggshell

40% sheen

A harder-wearing mid-sheen for woodwork, cabinetry and floors.

Full Gloss

95% sheen

A high-shine finish for interior and exterior wood and metal, including front doors.

Exterior Eggshell

20% sheen

Protects exterior wood and metal with added algae and fungal protection.

Exterior Masonry

2% sheen

A highly breathable matt finish for brick, render and concrete.

Casein Distemper

2% sheen

A breathable, traditional distemper for heritage interiors. Ideal for lime plaster walls and ceilings in low-traffic rooms.

Soft Distemper

2% sheen

A soft, powdery traditional finish. Particularly suited to detailed interior plasterwork and period mouldings.

Limewash

2% sheen

A traditional breathable finish for solid lime render exterior walls, and interior walls and ceilings.

Not sure which to choose? Order a sample pot first to test the colour in your own space and light.

Shop Sample Pots

Product Specifications

Brand	Farrow & Ball
Type	Designer Paint
Suitable for	Brush or roller for most finishes. Limewash by brush. Full Gloss, Casein Distemper and Soft Distemper are not recommended by roller on large areas
Base	Water-based
Key features	Low odour, low VOC, A+ indoor air quality rating, toy-safe (EN 71-3), 100% water-based
Thinning	Ready to use. On new or bare plaster, Farrow & Ball recommend a 25% diluted coat of the emulsion or Wall & Ceiling Primer & Undercoat first. Soft Distemper needs at least 10% water added
Number of coats	2 coats recommended (Limewash 4, Soft Distemper 1). Darker colours may need more
SKU
GTIN / Barcode

Frequently asked questions

Does Dimity look pink?

It can. Farrow & Ball say Dimity reads pinker when combined with All White and Pointing, or takes on a slightly aged look with the darker Oxford Stone on woodwork.

Does Farrow & Ball Dimity look yellow?

Farrow & Ball describe Dimity as a very pale taupe brimming with warmth and an unmatchable depth. Light changes how any colour reads, so try a sample pot in the room first.

Is Dimity just magnolia?

Farrow & Ball describe Dimity as a very pale taupe, pale and subdued with an unmatchable depth, and place it in their Warm Neutrals.

What colours go well with Dimity?

Farrow & Ball suggest Red Earth and London Stone, Joa's White and Oxford Stone, or Pointing and All White. Pointing is its complementary white for ceilings and trim.

What colour is closest to Dimity?

For a lighter shade, Farrow & Ball's colour experts suggest sampling Pointing and Tailor Tack. For something deeper, try Joa's White and Oxford Stone.