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Farrow & Ball Light Gray (No.17)

Standardbeige

HEX

#D0C8B0

RGB

208, 200, 176

LRV

50

Code

No.17

Overview

Farrow & Ball Light Gray (No.17) is a beige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and kitchen settings and pairs well with Transitional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #D0C8B0 | RGB: 208, 200, 176
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 50 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Warm yellow — adds warmth to the space
  • Color family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway
  • Design styles: Transitional, Contemporary, Farmhouse

Why Choose This Color

  • Light Gray is a popular Farrow & Ball color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 50, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The warm yellow undertone makes it ideal for spaces with cooler accent lighting
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Light Gray for Transitional and Contemporary aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Light Gray 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-50living-roomkitchenbathroomhallwaytransitionalcontemporaryfarmhouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

Farrow & Ball Light Gray (No.17) is a beige paint color with an LRV of 50. It's a popular choice, ideal for living room and kitchen spaces.