Farrow & Ball is the paint brand of choice for Chelsea's period properties, and for good reason. Their rich pigments, heritage colour palette, and depth of finish are perfectly suited to the high-ceilinged, well-proportioned rooms found throughout SW3. As approved applicators who work with these paints daily, here are our recommendations for Chelsea homes.
Drawing Rooms & Reception Rooms
Chelsea drawing rooms typically feature high ceilings, large sash windows, and ornate plasterwork. These generous proportions can handle stronger colours that would overwhelm smaller rooms.
**Hague Blue (No.30):** A deep, sophisticated teal-blue that looks extraordinary in rooms with good natural light and white cornicing. Particularly stunning in Cheyne Walk properties with river light.
**Stiffkey Blue (No.281):** Named after a Norfolk beach, this complex blue-grey is immensely popular in Chelsea. It works as a whole-room colour or a feature wall, pairing beautifully with Pointing (No.2003) on woodwork.
**Elephant's Breath (No.229):** The quintessential Chelsea neutral. This warm grey with a lilac undertone is elegant, versatile, and works in almost any room.
Kitchens
**Pavilion Gray (No.242):** A sophisticated grey-green that works beautifully on kitchen cabinetry. Light enough to keep kitchens feeling open while adding character.
**Railings (No.31):** For dramatic kitchen islands or lower cabinetry, this blue-black is bold yet sophisticated.
Bedrooms
**Cornforth White (No.228):** The perfect bedroom white — warm enough to feel relaxing, neutral enough to work with any furnishing scheme.
**Peignoir (No.286):** A soft, dusky pink that creates serene, romantic bedrooms. Particularly beautiful in north-facing rooms.
Hallways
**Ammonite (No.274):** A warm, welcoming grey that flows beautifully between rooms. Excellent in Chelsea hallways with their typically generous proportions.
Woodwork Throughout
**Wimborne White (No.239):** Our most-specified colour for woodwork in Chelsea period properties. Warm enough to complement heritage wall colours without the yellow cast of traditional cream.