Where can you buy Farrow & Ball paint? Everything you need to know to get your hands on this iconic British brand

Farrow & Ball is an iconic English brand from rural Dorset, and is known for its exceptional palette of coveted and timeless colors that have become a true staple in the design world. But where can you buy this beautiful paint on the other side of the pond?

When searching for paint ideas, it’s of course essential to resist the urge to rush to the nearest store and grab the first tin of paint that seems close to what you have in mind. As we often highlight, there is an almost infinite array of hues and tones within a single colour. So if you’re investing in paint from a luxury brand like Farrow & Ball, it’s worth taking the time to carefully consider which specific shade will work best in your space. Ordering swatches and testers is a key part of the process.

While Farrow & Ball paints are easily accessible in the UK – available at their showrooms and in most hardware or paint shops – it's often thought that it is harder to come by the brand in the US. But we've done some digging and found the best places to buy Farrow & Ball paints.

Visit a Farrow & Ball showroom

The best place to experience Farrow & Ball paints firsthand and speak to experts is at one of their showrooms. Although getting to a showroom might take some extra time, it's the best way to experience paint and color in person.

When you're able to see the full range, you get a much better sense of how the colors interact with light and how they might look in different spaces. Seeing the texture, depth, and pigment of the paints, in real life rather than on a screen is the best way to truly understand it. Happily, we’ve compiled a list of Farrow & Ball showrooms across the US, where you can immerse yourself in the colour palette and gain expert advice.

Farrow & Ball Showrooms in the US

• Brooklyn: 383 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
• New York - Upper East Side: 1054 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
• New York - Flatiron: 32 East 22nd Street, New York, NY
• Dallas: 1301 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 150, Dallas, TX
• Chicago: 449 N Wells Street, Chicago, IL
• Pasadena: 54 West Green Street, Pasadena, CA
• Los Angeles: 741 N. La Cienega Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA
• Santa Monica: 1016 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
• Berkeley: 1813 Fourth Street, Berkeley, CA
• Toronto: 1128 Yonge Street, Suite 101, ON, Canada
• Paramus: 160 Route 17N, Paramus, NJ
• Bethesda: 7118 Bethesda Lane, Bethesda, MD

Shop online at Farrow & Ball

Fortunately, for those in the US, it’s possible to order Farrow & Ball paints directly from their website. Despite the brand’s origins in rural Dorset in England, delivery to the US and Canada takes just 3–4 working days, and the best part? Delivery is free.

While this is the most convenient option, it’s important to note that without seeing the paint in person or consulting an expert, you may be stepping into the unknown, so be sure to conduct ample research and see how the paint colors you like, behave once in situ.

You can order tester pots for most of the Farrow & Ball paints available on their site, so we would recommend your first order being filled with these tiny pots to try out in your own home before you commit to a paint. There are lots of uses for leftover paint for the shades that don't make the cut.

Book a virtual consultation with a color expert

If visiting a Farrow & Ball showroom isn't an option, take advantage of their colour consultancy service, available to anyone in the UK and North America.

You can easily book a virtual appointment (no leaving the house required) with one of their specialists. True experts in the field, such as Joa Studholme, the eloquent voice behind many of Farrow & Ball’s colour videos on their website, and Patrick O'Donnell, frequently featured on Farrow & Ball’s Instagram, discussing various delicious colors in their range, and often demonstrating unlikely but faultless color combinations. This service gives you the confidence to make informed choices before purchasing your paint.

Find a trusted stockist

If you're too far from any of the Farrow & Ball showrooms and hesitant to order online, you can also visit one of their stockist across the country which are all listed on the Farrow & Ball site, so you can easily find the nearest one to you. Currently, there is just a small smattering of them, but as the popularity of this British brand grows in the States, it's only going to become more widely available.

So, as you can see, purchasing any of the legendary Farrow & Ball shades is refreshingly simple. It’s always worth purchasing sample pots or color cards before investing in full-sized tins, so you can swatch the colors, allowing you to visualise the paint in the actual space where it will be applied. Crucially, it will allow you some time to see how the paint reacts to the fluctuating light throughout the day. It cannot be underestimated just how much a color can vary from one room to another, depending on the natural light available to it.

If you’re going to be taking on the painting yourself, don’t forget these 10 essential tools for painting a house. If you have professional decorators on hand, be sure to give yourself a few days' grace on the delivery day – always ensure the paint arrives at your home first before booking a decorator’s slot.