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Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2004

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2004

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

SKU: 5029496012699

Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 Paint

Name: Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 Paint
Brand: Farrow & Ball
SKU: 5029496012699
Price: 34.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£34.00 Inc VAT

£28.33 Exc VAT

A chalky off white from Farrow & Ball's Traditional Neutrals. Slipper Satin No.2004 takes its name from the silk used in traditional ballet slippers, and without cool blue undertones often reads as a pale grey chalk. Available in all Farrow & Ball finishes and sizes. Read More

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Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 Paint AT A GLANCE

Colour

No.2004

FamilyWhite / Off-White

CollectionTraditional Neutrals

PrimerWhite & Light Tones

Product Description

Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 is a popular chalky off white that takes its name from the delicate colour of silk used in traditional ballet slippers. Without cool blue undertones, it often reads as a pale grey chalk.

One of the brand's Traditional Neutrals, Slipper Satin makes a perfect neutral on walls with darker Old White woodwork. Farrow & Ball pair it with Wimborne White as its complementary white, and suggest schemes with Off-White and Old White, Light Gray and Mouse's Back, or Pointing and Wimborne White.

Does Slipper Satin look grey?

It can. Slipper Satin has no cool blue undertones, and Farrow & Ball say it often reads as a pale grey chalk. Farrow & Ball say it makes a perfect neutral on walls with darker Old White woodwork.

Where to use Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004

Farrow & Ball say Slipper Satin makes a perfect neutral on walls with darker Old White woodwork, and suggest pairing it with other Traditional Neutrals for a subtle and sophisticated scheme.

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 Slipper Satin

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

Suggested scheme

Slipper Satin No.2004 Off-White No.3Accent colour

Old White No.4Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Slipper Satin No.2004 Light Gray No.17Accent colour

Mouse's Back No.40Trim colour

Suggested scheme

Slipper Satin No.2004 Pointing No.2003Accent colour

Wimborne White No.239Trim colour

Colours similar to Slipper Satin

If Slipper Satin isn't quite right, Farrow & Ball's colour experts suggest sampling Wimborne White and Pointing for a lighter shade, or Lime White and Off-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 Slipper Satin No.2004 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 Slipper Satin 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 Slipper Satin No.2004

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Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 in real homes

See how Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin No.2004 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 undertones does Slipper Satin have?

Slipper Satin has no cool blue undertones. Farrow & Ball describe it as a chalky off white that often reads as a pale grey chalk.

Does Slipper Satin look grey?

It can. Farrow & Ball say Slipper Satin often reads as a pale grey chalk.

What is the difference between Skimming Stone and Slipper Satin?

Slipper Satin is a chalky off white from the Traditional Neutrals. Skimming Stone is a warm light grey from the Contemporary Neutrals, and is the deeper of the two.

Does Slipper Satin look yellow?

Farrow & Ball describe it as a chalky off white with no cool blue undertones that often reads as a pale grey chalk. For a lighter white, Farrow & Ball suggest sampling Wimborne White or Pointing alongside it.

What woodwork colour goes with Slipper Satin walls?

Farrow & Ball say Slipper Satin makes a perfect neutral on walls with darker Old White woodwork. Pair it with other Traditional Neutrals for a subtle and sophisticated scheme.