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Farrow & Ball Butterscotch (No.347)

Best Sellerbeige

HEX

#C8A870

RGB

200, 168, 112

LRV

34

Code

No.347

Overview

Farrow & Ball Butterscotch (No.347) is a best-selling beige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34. Medium — moderate natural light. This best-selling shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Traditional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #C8A870 | RGB: 200, 168, 112
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 34 — Medium — moderate natural light
  • Undertone: Warm yellow
  • Color family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room
  • Design styles: Traditional, Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • Butterscotch is a top-rated Farrow & Ball color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 34, it offers a balanced brightness that works in most rooms
  • The warm yellow undertone adds depth and character to any space
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Butterscotch for Traditional and Mid-Century Modern aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Butterscotch with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing — colors look different under various lighting
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm light), and evening (artificial light)
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a darker trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use Farrow & Ball's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

farrow-and-ballbeigewarm-yellowlrv-34living-roombedroomdining-room

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Farrow & Ball Butterscotch (No.347) is a best-selling beige paint color with an LRV of 34. Medium — moderate natural light. It's ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.