A rich grey
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Worsted No. 284 by Farrow & Ball is a rich mid grey inspired by city suits made from flat woven fabric—named after the Norfolk village where the yarn was originally woven. For fans of Farrow & Ball Relaxed Neutrals, Worsted sits stronger than Purbeck Stone but lighter than Mole’s Breath, offering a perfectly balanced mid-grey.
What makes Worsted so versatile is its understated richness without cold tones. It creates a calm, sophisticated background that lets clean accent colours pop—great for living rooms, hallways, bedrooms, and modern open-plan spaces.
Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones.
Complementary white: Ammonite.
Key details
- Colour: Worsted
- Number: No. 284
- Brand: Farrow & Ball
- Colour family: Rich mid grey
- Undertone: No cold tones
- Compared to: Stronger than Purbeck Stone; lighter than Mole’s Breath
- Best for: Background colour for accent shades; versatile whole-home grey
- Recommended Primer & Undercoat: Mid Tones
- Complementary white: Ammonite
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
