Cromarty No. 285 by Farrow & Ball is a very light, muted green-grey named after the misty Cromarty Firth estuary. Neutral yet atmospheric, it adds a gentle softness to walls and woodwork with an easy-to-use finish that sits right between green and grey—never swinging too far in either direction.
A shade lighter than Mizzle, Cromarty is ideal for calm bedrooms, living spaces, hallways, and light-filled rooms where you want subtle colour without heaviness. For a cohesive palette, group it with Blue Gray or Pigeon for layered, relaxed tones.
Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones.
Complementary white: School House White.
Key details
- Colour: Cromarty
- Number: No. 285
- Brand: Farrow & Ball
- Colour family: Muted green-grey / light green-grey
- Compared to: Lighter than Mizzle
- Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones
- Pair with: Blue Gray, Pigeon
- Complementary white: School House White
Estate Emulsion: Interior walls and ceilings with 2% sheen. Signature chalky, very matte finish.
Coverage 100ml - 9 sq feet 1 Gallon - 570 sq feet
Modern Emulsion: Interior walls, bathroom, kitchen and busy area. 7% sheen. Washable, mold and mildew resistant slightly matte finish.
Coverage 1 Gallon - 480 sq feet
Flat Eggshell: 20% Sheen
COVERAGE
Up to 480ft per Gallon
- Wood
- Metal
- Concrete
- Floors
- Kitchen & bathroom cabinets
Modern Eggshell: Interior walls, staircases, floors, kitchen cabinets and metal. 40% sheen. Extremely durable mid sheen finish.
Coverage 750ml - 95 sq feet 1 Gallon - 480 sq feet
Full Gloss: Interior and Exterior wood and metal. 95% sheen. Most durable high gloss finish.
Coverage 750ml - 95 sq feet 1 Gallon - 480 sq feet
Dead Flat: Interior walls, ceilings, wood and metal. 2% sheen
Coverage 750ml - 95 sq feet 1 Gallon - 480 sq feet
