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Farrow & Ball Off White (No.3)

Standardbeige

HEX

#D8D0B8

RGB

216, 208, 184

LRV

56

Code

No.3

Overview

Farrow & Ball Off White (No.3) is a beige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and kitchen settings and pairs well with Scandinavian design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #D8D0B8 | RGB: 216, 208, 184
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 56 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Warm yellow
  • Color family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway
  • Design styles: Scandinavian, Minimalist, Coastal

Why Choose This Color

  • Off White is a popular Farrow & Ball colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 56, it reflects significant light, making spaces feel larger
  • The warm yellow undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
  • Designers frequently recommend Off White for Scandinavian aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Off White with a sample swatch — colors shift under different lighting
  2. 2Observe at different times: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm), evening (artificial)
  3. 3North-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer — plan accordingly
  4. 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Farrow & Ball's recommended primer and apply 2 coats for best coverage

Tags

farrow-and-ballbeigewarm-yellowlrv-56living-roomkitchenbathroomhallway

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Frequently Asked Questions

Farrow & Ball Off White (No.3) is a beige paint color with an LRV of 56, ideal for living room and kitchen spaces.