Farrow and Ball Blue Gray 91

Official page:Blue Gray 91
Code:91
Name:Blue Gray
Brand:Farrow and Ball

What color is Farrow and Ball Blue Gray?

Farrow and Ball 91 Blue Gray is a sophisticated hue that exudes timeless elegance and calming vibes. This versatile color pairs seamlessly with crisp white accents, creating a classic and fresh look. Elevate the serene ambiance by incorporating touches of Farrow and Ball Blackened 2011 for a modern contrast, or introduce warmth with Farrow and Ball Cornforth White 228. Whether used in a contemporary living space or a traditional bedroom, Blue Gray effortlessly complements a variety of color schemes, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a refined and harmonious interior palette.

Blue Gray for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Interior with paint color Farrow and Ball Blue Gray 91
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Blue Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space

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Farrow and Ball 91 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Mid-tone real bathrooms.

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Farrow and Ball 91 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Farrow and Ball Blue Gray reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Farrow and Ball Blue Gray undertones?

The undertone of Blue Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#B4B4A3

RGB code:

180, 180, 163

Is Farrow and Ball Blue Gray 91 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 60° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

91 Blue Gray HSL code: 60, 10%, 67%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Blue Gray

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Blue Gray:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Blue Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Farrow and Ball Pitch Blue.

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LRV of Blue Gray

Blue Gray has an LRV of 44.62% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 44.62%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.

FormatCode
HEX#b4b4a3Copy color code
RGB Decimal180, 180, 163Copy color code
RGB Percent70.59%, 70.59%, 63.92%Copy color code
HSVHue: 60° Saturation: 9.44% Value: 70.59%Copy color code
HSLhsl(60, 10, 67)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 9.44 Key: 29.41Copy color code
YIQY: 178.062 I: 5.463 Q: -5.29Copy color code
XYZX: 41.753 Y: 44.99 Z: 41.125Copy color code
CIE LabL:72.886 a:-3.037 b:8.681Copy color code
CIE LuvL:72.886 u:0.937 v:12.993Copy color code
Decimal11842723Copy color code
Hunter Lab67.075, -6.267, 10.601Copy color code