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Farrow & Ball Moles Breath (No.276)

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HEX

#908880

RGB

144, 136, 128

LRV

22

Code

No.276

Overview

Farrow & Ball Moles Breath (No.276) is a gray paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22. Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light. This versatile shade works beautifully in bedroom and dining room settings and pairs well with Traditional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #908880 | RGB: 144, 136, 128
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 22 — Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light
  • Undertone: Warm red — adds warmth to the space
  • Color family: Gray
  • Best for: bedroom, dining room, study, home office
  • Design styles: Traditional, Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • Moles Breath is a popular Farrow & Ball color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 22, it creates dramatic depth and contrast
  • The warm red undertone makes it ideal for spaces with cooler accent lighting
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Moles Breath for Traditional and Mid-Century Modern aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Moles Breath 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 lighter trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use Farrow & Ball's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

farrow-and-ballgraywarm-redlrv-22bedroomdining-roomstudyhome-officetraditionalmid-century-modernbohemian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Farrow & Ball Moles Breath (No.276) is a gray paint color with an LRV of 22. It's a popular choice, ideal for bedroom and dining room spaces.