What is the HEX code for Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray undertone is #9f9389 .

What is the RGB code of Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray?

RGB code is 159, 147, 137 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray 243 cool or warm?

Farrow and Ball 243 Charleston Gray is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray undertones?

Red is Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Charleston Gray 243
Code:	243
Name:	Charleston Gray
Brand:	Farrow and Ball

What color is Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray?

Farrow and Ball 243 Charleston Gray exudes a sense of sophistication and elegance with its rich and versatile tone. This understated hue adds a touch of warmth to any space, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Pair Charleston Gray with soft neutrals like White Tie, Pointing, and Slipper Satin for a harmonious and timeless look. For a bold and modern contrast, consider combining it with Hague Blue or Stiffkey Blue for a striking color scheme that showcases Charleston Gray's versatility. Embrace the timeless appeal of Farrow and Ball 243 Charleston Gray and create a beautiful space that exudes style and sophistication.

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What are Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray undertones?

The undertone of Charleston Gray can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#9F9389

RGB code:

159, 147, 137

Is Farrow and Ball Charleston Gray 243 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 27° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

243 Charleston Gray HSL code: 27, 10%, 58%

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 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 greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
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 Charleston 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 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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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

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

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Darker shades

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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 Charleston Gray with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 207, such as Farrow and Ball Selvedge and Wine Dark.

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LRV of Charleston Gray

Charleston Gray has an LRV of 30.43% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why 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 30.43%, 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	#9f9389
RGB Decimal	159, 147, 137
RGB Percent	62.35%, 57.65%, 53.73%
HSV	Hue: 27° Saturation: 13.84% Value: 62.35%
HSL	hsl(27, 10, 58)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.55 Yellow: 13.84 Key: 37.65
YIQ	Y: 149.448 I: 10.364 Q: -0.574
XYZ	X: 29.246 Y: 30.045 Z: 27.919
CIE Lab	L:61.693 a:2.674 b:6.894
CIE Luv	L:61.693 u:7.78 v:9.126
Decimal	10457993
Hunter Lab	54.813, -0.682, 8.17