Paint and Wallpaper (S08E10)

Discover the impressive operations of Farrow & Ball, which churns out nearly 200,000 litres of paint and 10,000 metres of wallpaper each week from their Dorset facility. The episode explores the mining of a vital paint ingredient sourced from Devon. Viewers will learn about the craft of wallpaper hanging and its historical significance. Additionally, the program delves into the innovative tactics used during World War I, where ships were adorned with striking patterns to confuse and evade German U-boats.