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No. 291
Estate Emulsion
School House White is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 28.
75 Years of Perfecting Paint
- Handcrafted in Dorset
- Free delivery on orders over £100
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Estate Emulsion
The lightest in the Timeless Neutrals group, this soft white is reminiscent of the colour used in school houses.
Estate Emulsion is a classic choice for low-traffic interior walls and ceilings. Very matt with a distinctive, chalky finish, it minimises imperfections and creates a beautiful depth of colour.
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Recommended Primer & Undercoat: White and Light Tones
Complementary white: Wimborne White
Key features
Very matt
Very matt
Estate Emulsion is a very matt finish with a chalky 2% sheen.
Our deeper, richer colours are available in a range of finishes with different sheen levels. Sheen always affects how colour appears: the same shade in gloss can look very different in matt. That’s why we specifically adjust the formula for every finish to make sure the balance is exactly right and you get the colour you were expecting. Our colours and finishes are formulated together, so you simply can’t have one without the other.
Classic, chalky look
Classic, chalky look
A true classic, Estate Emulsion is a distinctive, chalky finish that minimises imperfections and creates beautiful depth of colour. Due to this unique texture, it’s best suited to less-busy areas without a lot of traffic.
For walls and ceilings in low-traffic areas
For walls and ceilings in low-traffic areas
Estate Emulsion is our classic finish for interior walls and ceilings in low-traffic areas. Gently wipeable but not washable.
From walls, floors and furniture to radiators, skirtings and sheds, our range of paint finishes can help you transform almost any surface in your home (and outside it, too). Browse our full selection of finishes to find the perfect paint for your project.
100% water based
100% water based
We’re proud to have been the first in the industry to transition to a completely water based range back in 2010. As a result, all of our finishes, including our tough trim and floor paints, are made with a low-odour, low-VOC water base that scores A+ for indoor air quality.
Plus, our water based paint doesn’t discolour over time like solvent based paints can. So your spaces stay beautiful for longer.
Toy safe
Toy safe
This finish is independently tested and certified toy-safe in accordance with Safety of Toys Part 3: Migration of certain elements (EN 71-3:2019+A1:2021). That means you can and a splash of colour to toys, cribs and other surfaces little ones come into contact with. Our paints also have hardly any odour and don’t need any solvents to clean up, so you can breathe easy during application and beyond.
75 Years of Perfecting Paint
If you've ever wondered what it is that makes Farrow & Ball so special, you'll find the answers here.
From our high-quality ingredients to our artisanal methods, our 100% water based range of finishes and responsible practices, it's about so much more than just paint and paper.
Complementary White
Wimborne White
Only a shade away from a pure white, the addition of the smallest amount of warm yellow pigment creates a very versatile shade. Find out more about Wimborne White No.239
Every colour in the Farrow & Ball palette is paired with a specific shade of white, these are selected to celebrate a shared undertone and create harmonious spaces alongside your chosen colour.
Recommended Primer & Undercoat
White & Light Tones
Our White & Light Tones Primer & Undercoat creates a wonderful base for our softest shades. Covering imperfections on your surface and adding extra depth of colour, this primer is based on our simplest colour, All White.
Made with the same natural ingredients and pigments as our topcoats, our Primer & Undercoat is the crucial foundation for creating a rich, even and longer lasting finish.
Colour Schemes
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accent Colour Shaded White
No.201
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trim Colour Drop Cloth
No.283
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accent Colour Wimborne White
No.239
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trim Colour Shadow White
No.282
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accent Colour Mizzle
No.266
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trim Colour Blue Gray
No.91
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Sample Our Favourites
The best way to experience our colours before taking the plunge is with a true-to-colour paint sample. To help you narrow down your shortlist of shades, we've curated three of our most popular shades to help you find your perfect match.
Sample selection contains 3 x 100ml Sample Pots of our beautiful All White, Wimborne White and Pointing.
View All White Paint Colours
Here at Farrow & Ball, white is never just white. We have over twenty shades to choose from, all with different undertones to create different moods.
White Paint Colours
White Paint Schemes
Find inspiration for your project and view beautiful images of white paint schemes in real homes.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Pitbull from Every tin is a winner There is something predictable about using Farrow and Ball pain, it will always cover better than you can imagine and and the colour and finish is always brilliant even for a amateur, and the support and availability of information on line is unrivalled.
Date published: 2024-05-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by Caro P from Great colour for a hallway. I love this colour. Lovely warm white colour for a hallway.
Date published: 2024-05-01
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Product information
Water Based and Toy Safe
Back in 2010, we moved to an entirely water based range of finishes, becoming the first in the industry to do so. These low-odour, low-VOC finishes are easy to clean without harmful solvents. They are also certified child- and baby-safe in accordance with Safety of Toys Part 3: Migration of certain elements (EN 71-3:2019+A1:2021).
Exclusions: Casein Distemper, Wood Primer & Undercoat and Metal Primer & Undercoat.
Quality Finishes
Every one of our paint colours is available in a range of durable interior and exterior paint finishes, each rigorously tested to ensure an exceptional depth of colour and long-lasting finish. For the very best results, we always recommend using a Farrow & Ball Primer & Undercoat - see above for the correct tone for this colour.
Safety Information
Always read and follow the information on the product label.
All Farrow & Ball finishes except Limewash contain isothiazolinones, which may produce an allergic reaction. Farrow & Ball Limewash contains calcium hydroxide which can cause severe damage in contact with skin or eyes. For further information about our products, including guidance on safe use and application, click here to view our advice pages.
Limewash: Danger. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.
Exterior Eggshell and Exterior Masonry: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Contains isothiazolinones. May produce an allergic reaction.
All other finishes: Contains isothiazolinones. May produce an allergic reaction.
