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Farrow & Ball Celestial Blue (No.326)

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HEX

#8AAEC4

RGB

138, 174, 196

LRV

34

Code

No.326

Overview

Farrow & Ball Celestial Blue (No.326) is a best-selling blue 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: #8AAEC4 | RGB: 138, 174, 196
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 34 — Medium — moderate natural light
  • Undertone: Cool blue
  • Color family: Blue
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room
  • Design styles: Traditional, Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • Celestial Blue 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 cool blue undertone adds depth and character to any space
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Celestial Blue for Traditional and Mid-Century Modern aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Celestial Blue 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-ballbluecool-bluelrv-34living-roombedroomdining-room

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Farrow & Ball Celestial Blue (No.326) is a best-selling blue paint color with an LRV of 34. Medium — moderate natural light. It's ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.