Farrow & Ball 5L Exterior Masonry Yard Blue No.G12

Yard Blue is a clean, bright and lively shade of blue – more vibrant than the mid-toned Stone Blue. Its original use as an 'estate colour' hints at its ability to bring a finishing touch to exteriors as well as interiors, and to its affinity with greens. Try it with Folly Green for a charming, upbeat scheme.

About Exterior Masonry

5 Litres of Yard Blue No.G12 in Farrow & Ball Exterior Masonry, the brand's enhanced very flat matt finish for exterior walls, specially formulated for brick and render. Improved UV protection gives longer-lasting colour, and its breathable, water-resistant formula protects against the elements, resisting flaking, peeling and chalking for up to 15 years when applied as directed.

Key features

• Very matt 2% sheen
• Breathable and water resistant, with Class 1 water vapour permeability
• Enhanced UV protection for longer-lasting colour
• Self-priming and quick drying
• Protected against fungi and algae
• Resists flaking, peeling and chalking for up to 15 years when applied as directed
• Water based and low odour; minimal VOC and toy safe

Where to use: exterior brick, render, concrete, terracotta and stucco. Not suitable for highly alkaline surfaces (such as lime render or walls previously coated with silicate or mineral paint), very porous surfaces or Fletton bricks.

Preparation: no primer is needed on sound surfaces. Clean off any mould or algae with a fungicidal wash and let the wall dry fully. Repair damaged or unsound render and concrete, then patch prime those areas with Farrow & Ball Masonry & Plaster Stabilising Primer. Leave new render and concrete for around 3 months before painting. Apply two coats of Exterior Masonry when air and surface temperatures are between 10°C and 30°C.

Coverage and drying: up to 8m² per litre per coat, so this 5 litre tin covers up to 40m² per coat. Dry in 2 hours and recoat after 5 hours.

Size: 5 litre. Exterior Masonry is available in 5 litre tins.