Wall paint - Charlotte's Locks No. 268

Charlotte's Locks No. 268 – Colour Description

Inspired by the hair of Farrow & Ball’s Creative Director, Charlotte's Locks is a rich, vibrant orange that looks fantastic in small spaces. Combine it with All White or the archive colour Black Blue for a bold, highly stylish contrast.

Colour Effect & Light

Charlotte's Locks makes a confident statement and unfolds its full charm in the evening by candlelight or lamp light. Due to its high pigmentation, the tone changes with the daylight – softer in the morning, deeper in the evening.

Combine Like the Pros

The official complementary white for Charlotte's Locks is Strong White – ideal for ceilings, mouldings, and adjacent surfaces. Colour schemes recommended by Farrow & Ball: All White & Strong White · Purbeck Stone & Mole's Breath · Down Pipe & Black Blue · Hopper Head & Green Smoke.

The Right Primer

For optimal coverage and durability, Farrow & Ball recommends the coordinated primer for Charlotte's Locks: Primer & Undercoat – Red & Warm Tones.

Available Finishes

• Estate Emulsion: Walls & ceilings – the iconic chalky matt finish (2% sheen)
• Modern Emulsion: Kitchens, bathrooms, hallways & nurseries – washable and moisture-resistant (7%)
• Dead Flat: Walls, wood & metal indoors – ultra-matt for a tone-on-tone look (2%)
• Flat Eggshell: Wood & metal indoors – doors, skirting boards, furniture (mid-sheen)
• Modern Eggshell: High-traffic areas, floors & kitchen cabinets (40%)
• Full Gloss: Front doors, furniture & accents indoors and out – high gloss (95%)
• Exterior Eggshell: Wood & metal outdoors – weather-resistant
• Exterior Masonry: Facades, masonry & render – durably weather-resistant

Coverage & Application

1 litre covers approx. 12 m² per coat; two coats are recommended. All Farrow & Ball paints are water-based, low-odour, and low-VOC (A+ indoor air quality). Tip: Use a sample pot (100 ml) to paint generous swatches on at least two walls – every Farrow & Ball shade changes with the light.