Farrow & Ball 5L Flat Eggshell Elephants Breath No.229 SuperMatt Emulsion water and dirt-resistant and resistant

water and dirt-resistant and resistant to common liquid spillages such as water

Middle Ground – like most other Farrow & Ball colours with 'ground' in the name – was originally created as the foundational colour for the brand's wallpapers

making this one of the most ancient inspirations for a Farrow & Ball colour

Offers a cleanable and wipeable long-lasting finish

Suitable for application to both new wood and previously coated wooden doors

Farrow & Ball 5L Flat Eggshell Elephants Breath No.229 SuperMatt Emulsion water and dirt-resistant and resistantElephant's Breath is instantly recognisable as a Farrow & Ball shade, both in name and colour. It's a universally popular mid tone grey with a subtle lilac undertone, which comes more to the fore in cooler light. Try it in a scheme alongside the darker Charleston Gray and London Clay for an effortlessly cool look.