Farrow and Ball Hopper Head 305

Official page:Hopper Head 305
Code:305
Name:Hopper Head
Brand:Farrow and Ball

What color is Farrow and Ball Hopper Head?

Farrow and Ball 305, also known as Hopper Head, is a sophisticated and calming light blue-grey shade that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with crisp whites like Strong White (2001) and warm neutrals such as Slipper Satin (2004) for a timeless look. For a more dramatic contrast, consider combining Hopper Head with darker tones like Railings (31) or Hague Blue (30) for a bold statement. Whether used as a wall color or for accents, Farrow and Ball 305 Hopper Head exudes a sense of tranquility and refinement in any room.

Hopper Head 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 cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Hopper Head for living room

Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Farrow and Ball 305 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.

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Farrow and Ball 305 on kitchen cabinets

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

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Farrow and Ball Hopper Head reviews

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What are Farrow and Ball Hopper Head undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#505456

RGB code:

80, 84, 86

Is Farrow and Ball Hopper Head 305 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 200° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

305 Hopper Head HSL code: 200, 4%, 33%

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 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.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Hopper Head

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 black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Hopper Head:

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 Hopper Head with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 20, such as Farrow and Ball Dove Tale and Purbeck Stone.

LRV of Hopper Head

Hopper Head has an LRV of 8.91% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 8.91%, 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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HEX#505456Copy color code
RGB Decimal80, 84, 86Copy color code
RGB Percent31.37%, 32.94%, 33.73%Copy color code
HSVHue: 200° Saturation: 6.98% Value: 33.73%Copy color code
HSLhsl(200, 4, 33)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 6.98 Magenta: 2.33 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 66.27Copy color code
YIQY: 83.032 I: -3.026 Q: -0.224Copy color code
XYZX: 8.158 Y: 8.718 Z: 10.055Copy color code
CIE LabL:35.435 a:-1.15 b:-1.717Copy color code
CIE LuvL:35.435 u:-2.238 v:-1.988Copy color code
Decimal5264470Copy color code
Hunter Lab29.526, -2.353, 0.478Copy color code
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