Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Estate Emulsion tin and open lid

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Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 paint in an open tin

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Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.1

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.1

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

SKU: 5029496013115

Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Paint

Name: Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Paint
Brand: Farrow & Ball
SKU: 5029496013115
Price: 34.0 GBP
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£28.33 Exc VAT

Lime White is a chalky off white from Farrow & Ball's Traditional Neutrals, softened with a small amount of green pigment. Named after the pigments in original distempers, it has a timeless feel and sits well with Old White and Slipper Satin. Read More

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Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.1

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Product Description

Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 is a chalky off white named after the chalky pigments used in original distempers. One of Farrow & Ball's Traditional Neutrals, it owes its soft tone to a small addition of green pigment.

Farrow & Ball pair Lime White with Slipper Satin as its complementary white, and it is a member of their Traditional Neutrals group. Their suggested schemes combine it with Mouse's Back and Light Gray, Pointing and Slipper Satin, or Off-White and Old White.

What colour is Lime White?

Lime White is a chalky off white. Farrow & Ball explain that its soft tone comes from a small amount of green pigment, and that its name refers to the chalky pigments used in original distempers.

Where to use Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1

Farrow & Ball describe Lime White as timeless, with a totally enduring feel. Used alongside Old White or Slipper Satin, they say it becomes both sophisticated and understated.

Choose Estate Emulsion or Modern Emulsion for walls and ceilings, Dead Flat for a completely flat look across walls and woodwork, and Flat Eggshell, Modern Eggshell or Full Gloss for woodwork and cabinets. For exteriors, choose Exterior Masonry or Exterior Eggshell for breathable, weather-resistant performance. Casein Distemper, Soft Distemper and Limewash are also available in this colour.

Colours that go with Lime White

Slipper Satin is the complementary white Farrow & Ball pair with Lime White for ceilings and trim. Their suggested colour schemes combine it with:

Suggested scheme

Lime White No.1 Off-White No.3Accent colour

Old White No.4Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Lime White No.1 Mouse's Back No.40Accent colour

Light Gray No.17Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Lime White No.1 Pointing No.2003Accent colour

Slipper Satin No.2004Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Lime White No.1 Slipper Satin No.2004Accent colour

Pointing No.2003Trim colour

Buy Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 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 Lime White 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 Lime White No.1

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Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 in real homes

See how Farrow & Ball Lime White No.1 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.

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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
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Frequently asked questions

What colour is Farrow & Ball Lime White?

Lime White is a chalky off white. Farrow & Ball add a small amount of green pigment to give it its soft tone, and it is one of their Traditional Neutrals.

What colour goes with Farrow & Ball Lime White?

Farrow & Ball suggest Slipper Satin as its complementary white. Their recommended schemes pair Lime White with Mouse's Back and Light Gray, Pointing and Slipper Satin, or Off-White and Old White.

Which primer should I use with Lime White No.1?

Farrow & Ball recommend their White & Light Tones Primer & Undercoat for Lime White. Choose the Wall & Ceiling, Wood or Metal version to suit the surface.

Where does the name Lime White come from?

Farrow & Ball named Lime White after the chalky pigments used in original distempers.

Is Lime White part of a Farrow & Ball neutral group?

Yes. Lime White is one of Farrow & Ball's Traditional Neutrals, and they note it becomes both sophisticated and understated when combined with Old White or Slipper Satin.