Are you considering bringing an uncomplicated neutral into your home? There are over twenty shades of white to choose from with different undertones creating an array of effects.
The collection of white paints from Farrow & Ball ranges from a totally pure white to a fresh white with a hint of yellow pigment. We have seen the ‘All White’ colour be a popular choice in our Planet Furniture stunning designs.
A little history of Farrow & Ball
Back in the 1900s, two friends John Farrow & Richard Ball shared a passion for making rich colours in an original formulation using only the finest ingredients. They came up with the name using their surnames and started the world-known company it is today. As each year went by they added lots of inspiring colours to their colour chart that went with the era of time.
In this blog, we will talk about some of the colours from the white palette in more detail and show you some examples of these colours hand-painted in our projects.
All White Kitchen Project in Harmer Green
The classic palette found in this luxurious and huge country home emphasises the natural elements and rustic details that construct every corner. ‘All White’ brings a crisp white to the space and we have hand-painted this onto the larger surface such as the main cabinetry and full-height pantry cupboard.
All White Kitchen Project in Tewin
A blue and white scheme has been a popular choice amongst our clients’ kitchens—each design is tailored to the homeowner’s unique tastes. We believe it is a timeless combination that is both elegant and captivating, and the ‘All White’ colour gives the clean and fresh look our client wanted to achieve.
All White Kitchen Project in Hitchin
Creating a contrast of the colours in this U-shaped kitchen is the All White hand-painted on the wall cabinets. The “less is more” approach is made of a lighter colour on top to make the room feel more open and airy, while the darker base adds grounding and stability.
All White Kitchen Project in Letchworth
It’s pretty much what you see as the pure white from ‘All White’ creates the softest most sympathetic colour across the room. Our client wanted the purest space so the colour could be the backdrop and then add wooden elements for a real Scandinavian vibe!
All White Kitchen Project in Hertfordshire
We hand-painted part of this beautiful galley kitchen in All White. This soft hue pairs seamlessly with the White Washed Oak and metallics in the room, creating a gorgeous and fresh design.
All White Dressing Room Project in Hertfordshire
In the words of Marilyn Monroe, “A smile is the best makeup a girl can wear”. This ultimate dressing room is every girl’s dream, a glamorous space to get ready in and have all the storage you can think of to organise your clothes, bags and shoes. Invite all your friends too and enjoy a glass of bubbly.
All White Kitchen Project in Hitchin, Herts
This complimentary white is a perfect choice against the blue feature island. This summer kitchen can be adapted to the changing seasons, and the sleek surface creates an uncluttered and beautifully stylish look.
All White Kitchen Project in Baldock
This room underwent a complete transformation, from a narrow galley kitchen with a separate dining room to an open kitchen-diner that boasts the three zones. All White was hand-painted onto one side of the kitchen creating a warm scheme with a slight edge.
Wimborne White Kitchen & Living Room Project in Welwyn Garden City, Herts
In recent times we need our homes to do so much, we want the kitchen to become functional and beautiful and the living areas comfortable and practical. When it’s an open-plan living space like this one in Welwyn we put our ideas together and connect both spaces stylishly and individually. The island was hand-painted in Wimborne White as well as continuing the colour into the living room on the bespoke shelving.
Would you like to introduce a soft white hue into your handmade bespoke kitchen? Look no further than Planet Furniture. We pride ourselves on being truly bespoke, whilst using the finest materials in the industry. Contact us today to find out more and how we can give you the best white kitchen ideas for your dream space.
Every kitchen is handmade in our Hertfordshire workshop and installed across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Bedfordshire, London and the wider Home Counties. See more of the paint colours we hand-paint our kitchens in, or book an appointment at our Hitchin showroom to see the finishes in person.
Originally written 20/10/22 – Updated 14/11/24
The Short Answer
Farrow and Ball’s whites range from a pure white with no added pigment to soft off-whites with a hint of yellow or grey. For a crisp, clean kitchen, All White is the purest option. Wimborne White and Snow White add a touch of warmth, Strong White and Blackened lean cool and grey, and Slipper Satin reads as a chalky pale grey that suits large open-plan spaces. The right white depends on the light in the room and on what it sits beside, from oak to stainless steel.All White
All White from Farrow & Ball is exactly what it says – a soft, totally pure white. It contains no other pigment except for white which creates the softest more sympathetic colour with the colder blue undertones of a brilliant white. It pairs seamlessly with Skimming Stone and Strong White and is one of F&B’s architectural neutrals, perfectly creating a warm scheme with a slight edge. If you want more of an almost graphic finish, contrast this colour with fresh, strong tones like Pitch Black.
Blackened
Blackened from Farrow & Ball is their coolest white with a slight hint of grey. Blackened sits perfectly with each Architectural Neutrals for a minimal look or stronger industrial feel. This colour was historically made with the addition of lamp black pigment gathered from the smoke of burning oil lamps. Its look is particularly spectacular when used within kitchens with layers of stainless steel, or when paired with All White for an uncompromisingly modern finish.
Dimpse
Dimpse from Farrow & Ball is a cool and delicate grey named after the quaint West Country dialect for the colour of twilight and is one of F&B’s cooler Architectural Neutrals. Subtle blue tones are found within that work particularly well in modern architectural spaces. Pair with Down Pipe for a clean finish that is conducive to minimal living.
Strong White
Strong White from Farrow & Ball is a grey-based white that is a cool hue – strong by name and strong by nature. The palest of the Contemporary Neutrals and gives off a subtle urban feel from its light grey undertones. It adds a contemporary twist to period homes while staying in keeping with modern properties. Mix with Skimming Stone, Elephant’s Breath and Dove Tale in any combination for an effortlessly cohesive scheme.
Slipper Satin
Slipper Satin from Farrow & Ball is a popular chalky off-white and its name comes from the delicate colour of silk used in traditional ballet slippers. No blue undertones are found within, so Slipper Satin often reads as a pale grey chalk which makes for a perfect neutral in a grand open-plan space. Pair with other shades from the Traditional Neutrals collection for a subtle and sophisticated scheme.
Wimborne White
Wimborne White from Farrow & Ball is just an off-white named after the market town of Wimborne in Dorset and home to F&B. Only a shade away from a pure white, the addition of the smallest of warm yellow pigment creates a versatile shade which is just a little softer than All White.
Snow White
Snow White from Farrow & Ball is a fresh, delicate white and when thinking about it, it reminds us of the famous Disney character. This hue is from the new Colour by Nature palette, created in collaboration with the Natural History Museum to bring the true colours of nature into your home. Snow White is a wonderful alternative to pure white, very versatile consisting of a tiny hint of yellow pigment. That’s the secret to its warm and reflective nature, bouncing light around in even the darkest of spaces and creating rooms with a laid-back feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Farrow and Ball white is best for a kitchen?
All White is a popular choice in our kitchens because it is a soft, totally pure white with no other pigment. If you would like a little more warmth, Wimborne White or Snow White add the smallest hint of yellow, while Strong White or Blackened give a cooler, more contemporary feel.
What is the difference between All White and Wimborne White?
All White contains no pigment other than white, giving the softest pure white. Wimborne White adds the smallest amount of warm yellow pigment, which makes it just a little softer than All White while still reading as white.
Which Farrow and Ball whites are cool rather than warm?
Blackened is the coolest white, with a slight hint of grey, and suits kitchens with layers of stainless steel. Strong White is a grey-based white with a subtle urban feel, and Dimpse is a cool, delicate grey with soft blue tones.
What goes well with an All White kitchen?
All White pairs seamlessly with Skimming Stone and Strong White, and can be contrasted with strong tones such as Pitch Black for a graphic finish. In our projects it sits beautifully against a blue island, darker base cabinets or natural oak for a Scandinavian feel.
Is Slipper Satin a white or a grey?
Slipper Satin is a chalky off-white, but because it has no blue undertones it often reads as a pale grey chalk. That makes it a very good neutral for large, open-plan spaces.
Does Planet Furniture hand-paint kitchens in Farrow and Ball colours?
Yes. Every kitchen we make can be hand-painted in the Farrow and Ball colour of your choice, and we have used All White and Wimborne White in projects in Harmer Green, Tewin, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock and Welwyn Garden City.
