Farrow and Ball Arsenic 214
| Official page: | Arsenic 214 |
| Code: | 214 |
| Name: | Arsenic |
| Brand: | Farrow and Ball |
What color is Farrow and Ball Arsenic?
Farrow and Ball's 214 Arsenic is a captivating hue that strikes the perfect balance between tranquility and vibrancy. This soft aquamarine color, with its subtle hint of green, adds a refreshing touch to any space. Pair Arsenic with warm neutrals like Farrow and Ball's 242 Pavilion Gray or cool tones such as Farrow and Ball's 22 Light Blue for a harmonious color palette. Complementing Arsenic with accents in Farrow and Ball's 2000 Hague Blue or Farrow and Ball's 208 Charlotte's Locks can create a stunning contrast that elevates the overall look of the room. Whether used as a wall color or in furnishings, Farrow and Ball's 214 Arsenic is a versatile choice that can bring a modern twist to traditional or contemporary interiors.
Farrow and Ball 214 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Farrow and Ball Arsenic reviews
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What are Farrow and Ball Arsenic undertones?
The undertone of Arsenic can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#84B59C
RGB code:
132, 181, 156
Is Farrow and Ball Arsenic 214 cool or warm?
With a hue of 149° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
214 Arsenic HSL code: 149, 25%, 61%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Arsenic
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All 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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Arsenic:
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 Arsenic with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 329, such as Farrow and Ball Sugared Almond and Rangwali.
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LRV of Arsenic
Arsenic has an LRV of 37.01% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 37.01%, 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
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #84b59c | |
| RGB Decimal | 132, 181, 156 | |
| RGB Percent | 51.76%, 70.98%, 61.18% | |
| HSV | Hue: 149° Saturation: 27.07% Value: 70.98% | |
| HSL | hsl(149, 25, 61) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 27.07 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 13.81 Key: 29.02 | |
| YIQ | Y: 163.499 I: -21.166 Q: -18.145 | |
| XYZ | X: 32.038 Y: 40.352 Z: 37.544 | |
| CIE Lab | L:69.72 a:-21.508 b:7.547 | |
| CIE Luv | L:69.72 u:-24.435 v:14.43 | |
| Decimal | 8697244 | |
| Hunter Lab | 63.523, -21.14, 9.424 |
Color equivalents
90GY 48/234
Crushed Pine 3
Dulux
30GG 49/211
Peppermint Beach 3
Dulux
Jade Pinafore
Dulux
Jade Cluster 5
Dulux
Emerald Delight 6
Dulux
10GG 33/166
Village Maze
Dulux

Paradise Green 6
Dulux
198
Aquamarine - Deep
Little Greene

30GG 43/119
Soft Fauna 3
Dulux
70GY 49/201
Amazon Jungle 3
Dulux
Emerald Delight 5
Dulux
30GG 33/275
Peppermint Beach 2
Dulux
Paradise Green 5
Dulux
Jade Cluster 6
Dulux
Fresh Sage
Dulux

92
Green Verditer
Little Greene
















