Cole & Son vs Farrow & Ball
A side-by-side comparison of two wallpaper brands on price, formats, styles, samples, and renter-friendliness — plus which we’d pick.
| Attribute | Cole & Son | Farrow & Ball |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | Luxury | Luxury |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1875 | 1946 |
| Formats | traditional/pre-pasted, paste-the-wall | paste-the-wall, traditional/pre-pasted |
| Styles | damask, floral, vintage, geometric, maximalist | floral, damask, geometric, vintage |
| Removable | — | — |
| Samples | Yes | Yes |
| Made to order | No | No |
| Profile | Cole & Son review | Farrow & Ball review |
Where Cole & Son wins
- Wider range of styles
- Heritage house (founded 1875)
- Stronger on maximalist
Where Farrow & Ball wins
- Solid all-rounder for its category
Which should you choose?
Cole & Son and Farrow & Ball both make strong wallpaper. Lean toward Cole & Son for damask looks and its broader format range; consider Farrow & Ball if its styles or pricing fit better. Order samples from both to compare in your space.
FAQs
Is Cole & Son or Farrow & Ball better?
Neither is universally better — it depends on format, style, and budget. compare their formats, removability, and pricing tiers above, and order a sample from each.
What is the main difference between Cole & Son and Farrow & Ball?
Cole & Son is luxury and offers traditional/pre-pasted, paste-the-wall; Farrow & Ball is luxury and offers paste-the-wall, traditional/pre-pasted. Their style ranges and made-to-order options also differ.