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Farrow & Ball Exterior Eggshell Mixed Colour 243 Charleston Gray 750ml

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Product information

Charleston, the country home that once provided a meeting place for the artists and intellectuals of the Bloomsbury Group, was the inspiration for this warm grey. It has brown undertones that work exceptionally well with Farrow & Ball's Contemporary Neutrals Group, as well as with richer colours like Brinjal.

  • Guarantee - Statutory
  • Suitable for Metal & wood
  • Water resistant
  • Guarantee - Statutory
  • Legal information: EUH208 - Contains A MIXTURE OF: 5-CHLORO-2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE [EC NO 247-500-7] AND 2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE [EC NO 220-239-6](55965-84-9), 2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE(2682-20-4), 1,2-BENZISOTHIAZOLIN-3-ONE(2634- 33-5). May produce an allergic reaction. EUH211: Warning! Hazardous respirable droplets may be formed when sprayed. Do not breathe spray or mist.

Features and benefits

Exterior Eggshell brings long-lasting, rich colour to exterior wood and metal. The low sheen finish remains flexible once dry, protecting wood and metal surfaces through changing weather, while preservatives help prevent the growth of algae and fungi. The resin-rich formula resists flaking, peeling, and fading for up to six years.** - ** Providing it has been applied in accordance with our Product Advice Sheets. Not suitable for use on exterior plastic surfaces or decking.

  • Flexible and breathable
  • Water resistant
  • Protected from fungi and algae
  • A+ rated for indoor air quality
  • Toy safe
  • Sheen level 20%
  • Low in odour and VOCs.
  • *This is mixed paint that is made to order so can not be returned or refunded. *Please see B&Q terms for details

Legal information

  • EUH208 - Contains A MIXTURE OF: 5-CHLORO-2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE [EC NO 247-500-7] AND 2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE [EC NO 220-239-6](55965-84-9), 2-METHYL-2H-ISOTHIAZOL-3-ONE(2682-20-4), 1,2-BENZISOTHIAZOLIN-3-ONE(2634- 33-5). May produce an allergic reaction. EUH211: Warning! Hazardous respirable droplets may be formed when sprayed. Do not breathe spray or mist.

Specifications

BrandFarrow & Ball
Application methodBrush, roller or spray
ColourCharleston Gray
Colour groupGrey
Coverage9m²
Drying time2 h
FinishEggshell
LocationExterior
Recoat time4 hours
VOC levelLow
Volume750ml
Product code5051836207434

Documents

Product Guide

Safety Manual

Reviews
3.87 / 5(8 reviews)

Shar - 5 / 5 - 26/11/2024

Outstanding paint.

Absolutely love Farrow and Ball paints, just such good quality and amazing depth of colour. In our home and light, Charleston Gray is a gorgeous warm grey colour, with slight taupe undertones which I absolutely love. Have used exterior eggshell many years ago to paint our front door and after painting our upvc windows and wooden front door black, I couldn't bear to lose all traces of Charleston Gray so painted the brick work in it and in my opinion it's glorious.

Maria M - 1 / 5 - 14/11/2024

Limewash

Limewash paint had a terrible structure, was very difficult to apply. Much worse than other limewash paints. Also, the user guide is controversial.

StephenH - 5 / 5 - 11/11/2024

Charleston grey feature wall.

Fantastic flat Matt finish, easy to apply when following the correct procedure. Highly recommended. Charleston estate on my feature wall has transformed my lounge combined with elephant breath painted furniture and skimming stone walls.

Virginia - 1 / 5 - 12/07/2024

The worst paint I’ve ever used.

If I could give this a negative star, I would. I usually use Sherwin Williams but really wanted to give this a chance to paint a banister because I loved the color so much. No matter what primer or surface I used this on, it “spread” apart instead of adhering to trim and banister. I even tried mixing with plaster. It was way more glossy than other full gloss paints, took 5+ days to get dry without denting. It looks like I smeared MAC lipglass on the banister. I was so upset about spending almost $200 on one gallon, so decided to try and paint a solid wood dresser with it. Tried 2 coats, after letting dry 3-4 days between in summer weather. It scrapes with the slightest fingernail touch. Tried a 3rd and 4th coat and it still scrapes. I’ve tried every combination, sanding, priming, drying time. This finish did not meet expectations in all scenarios. I’m super disappointed and would highly recommend against this brand, especially full gloss finish.

Lisa W - 5 / 5 - 24/03/2024

Lovely paint and colour

Gorgeous paint, covers really well and seems durable. Used to paint my fireplace and it looks lovely.

Ousefen - 5 / 5 - 16/03/2024

Lovely colour

Goes fabulously with new office furniture in Elephants Breath. Makes for a really calming workspace

Dave M - 4 / 5 - 05/08/2023

Great quality paint

We have a kitchen which was painted by the manufacturer with Charleston Grey Estate Eggshell. We installed this last year and purchased 2.5L of paint for various accessories including a custom made built in cabinet. We also it to touch up edges on the cabinets and it was a perfect match. The latest tin we purchased was a little lighter in colour which was a bit disappointing but the quality is still excellent

- 5 / 5 - 16/05/2023

Undertones

I like the color, a little more purple undertones than what I thought.