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Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2003

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2003

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

SKU: 5029496012392

Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 Paint

Name: Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 Paint
Brand: Farrow & Ball
SKU: 5029496012392
Price: 34.0 GBP
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A warm and delicate white from Farrow & Ball's Warm Neutrals. Pointing No.2003 is named after the colour of lime pointing used in traditional brickwork, and its warm undertone always softens the feel of a room. Available in all Farrow & Ball finishes and sizes. Read More

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Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2003

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionWarm Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Product Description

Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 is a fresh and uncomplicated white named after the colour of lime pointing used in traditional brickwork. It has a warm undertone which creates the prettiest of spaces when used on walls.

One of the brand's Warm Neutrals, Pointing always softens the feel of a room alongside strong, traditional colours. Farrow & Ball pair it with All White as its complementary white, and suggest schemes with Pink Ground and Setting Plaster, All White and Wimborne White, or Stirabout and Jitney.

Does Pointing look yellow?

Pointing has a warm undertone. Farrow & Ball describe it as a warm and delicate white that creates the prettiest of spaces on walls. For a lighter white, Farrow & Ball suggest sampling Wimborne White and All White.

Where to use Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003

Farrow & Ball say Pointing creates the prettiest of spaces when used on walls, and that it always softens the feel of a room alongside strong, traditional colours.

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 Pointing

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

Suggested scheme

Pointing No.2003 Pink Ground No.202Accent colour

Setting Plaster No.231Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Pointing No.2003 Stirabout No.300Accent colour

Jitney No.293Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Pointing No.2003 All White No.2005Accent colour

Wimborne White No.239Trim colour

Colours similar to Pointing

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

Buy Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 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 Pointing 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 Pointing No.2003

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Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 in real homes

See how Farrow & Ball Pointing No.2003 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

Does Pointing look yellow?

Pointing has a warm undertone, and Farrow & Ball describe it as a warm and delicate white. For a lighter white, Farrow & Ball suggest sampling Wimborne White and All White alongside it.

Is Pointing a warm or cool white?

Pointing is a warm white and one of Farrow & Ball's Warm Neutrals. Its warm undertone always softens the feel of a room alongside strong, traditional colours.

What colours go well with Pointing?

Farrow & Ball suggest Pink Ground and Setting Plaster, All White and Wimborne White, or Stirabout and Jitney. All White is its complementary white for ceilings and trim.

What colour is closest to Pointing?

For a lighter white, Farrow & Ball's colour experts suggest sampling All White and Wimborne White. For something slightly deeper, try Dimity and School House White.

Which primer should I use with Pointing No.2003?

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