The Modern Range from Farrow & Ball [Blog]

The Modern Range from Farrow & Ball [Blog]

A blog written by Farrow & Ball

Comprised of two high-performance finishes, the Modern range from Farrow & Ball gives you everything you need to decorate the most demanding spaces in any property. With a combination of Modern Emulsion and Modern Eggshell, you can bring the perfect finishing touch to high traffic areas – all the way from skirting to ceiling.

Below, Farrow & Ball are taking a closer look at the individual merits of Modern Emulsion, a durable matt finish for interior walls and ceilings, and Modern Eggshell, an ultra-tough mid-sheen finish for interior wood, metal, concrete, and floors.

Modern Emulsion

Modern Emulsion is a super-tough matt finish for interior walls and ceilings, suitable even for high-traffic and moisture-prone rooms.

The inclusion of a preservative prevents the growth of mould on the paint surface, meaning that Modern Emulsion can be used in kitchens and bathrooms for a contemporary matt finish that stays looking fresher for longer.

It’s also washable and wipeable, and demonstrates excellent scrub and stain resistance, earning the highest Class 1 scrub rating.

Modern Emulsion Technical Information:

Coverage rate
Up to 12 m2 per litre, per coat

Drying time
Dry in 2 hours

Typical recoat time
Recoat after 4 hours

Modern Emulsion Features:

  • Matt finish (7% sheen)
  • Quick drying
  • Scuff and stain resistant
  • Protected against mould
  • Washable and wipeable
  • Water based
  • A+ rated for indoor air quality
  • Child safe
  • Low odour, low VOC
  • Available in all Farrow & Ball colours

  • Modern Eggshell

    Formulated with a combination of acrylic and polyurethane binders, Modern Eggshell is the toughest product in the Farrow & Ball range.

    Suitable for use on wood, metal, concrete, and even floors, its mid-sheen finish brings colour and protection to a wide range of interior surfaces.

    Particularly when used together with the recommended Farrow & Ball Primer & Undercoat, it creates an incredibly a long-lasting finish, which means fewer service cycles and more savings for your clients in the long run.

    Modern Eggshell Technical Information:

    Coverage rate
    Up to 12 m2 per litre, per coat

    Drying time
    Dry in 2 hours

    Typical recoat time
    Recoat after 4 hours

    Modern Eggshell Features:
    • Satin finish (40% sheen)
    • Quick drying
    • Scuff and stain resistant
    • Protected against mould
    • Washable and wipeable
    • Water based
    • A+ rated for indoor air quality
    • Child safe
    • Low odour, low VOC
    • Available in all Farrow & Ball colours
    Eco-Friendly Finishes

    Like all Farrow & Ball paint finishes, Modern Emulsion and Modern Eggshell are made with an eco-friendly water base that’s low in odour, low in VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and rating A+ for indoor air quality.

    As well as helping you to make one more element of your projects as sustainable as possible, choosing a product with a water base makes for a more comfortable experience both during and after painting.

    Have a project? Get in touch with Farrow & Ball team by emailing specification@farrow-ball.com.

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Farrow & Ball creates a 100% water based range of richly pigmented paint colours. Available in a selection of high-performance interior and exterior finishes, Farrow & Ball paints range from 2% to 95% sheen and are renowned for their extraordinary...
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