Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue 89
| Official page: | Lulworth Blue 89 |
| Code: | 89 |
| Name: | Lulworth Blue |
| Brand: | Farrow and Ball |
What color is Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue?
Farrow and Ball 89 Lulworth Blue is a serene shade reminiscent of tranquil waters, adding a soothing touch to any interior space. The softness of the 89 Lulworth Blue complements earthy tones like Farrow and Ball 6 Hardwick White and neutrals such as Farrow and Ball 17 Cooking Apple Green. For a harmonious contrast, consider pairing it with the warmth of Farrow and Ball 43 Brinjal or the sophistication of Farrow and Ball 26 Down Pipe. The versatility of Farrow and Ball 89 Lulworth Blue allows it to create a calming ambiance in various color combinations.
Lulworth Blue 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 Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
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Lulworth Blue for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
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Farrow and Ball 89 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Light real bathrooms.
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Farrow and Ball 89 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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Lulworth Blue for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
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Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue 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 Lulworth Blue undertones?
The undertone of Lulworth Blue 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:
#A1B8CA
RGB code:
161, 184, 202
Is Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue 89 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 206° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
89 Lulworth Blue HSL code: 206, 28%, 71%
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 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.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Lulworth Blue
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Lulworth Blue:
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.
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 Lulworth Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 26, such as Farrow and Ball Dove Tale and Purbeck Stone.
LRV of Lulworth Blue
Lulworth Blue has an LRV of 45.23% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident 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 45.23%, 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 | #a1b8ca |  |
| RGB Decimal | 161, 184, 202 | |
| RGB Percent | 63.14%, 72.16%, 79.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 206° Saturation: 20.3% Value: 79.22% | |
| HSL | hsl(206, 28, 71) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 20.3 Magenta: 8.91 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 20.78 | |
| YIQ | Y: 179.175 I: -19.49 Q: 0.736 | |
| XYZ | X: 42.495 Y: 46.121 Z: 62.524 | |
| CIE Lab | L:73.624 a:-3.981 b:-11.712 | |
| CIE Luv | L:73.624 u:-12.878 v:-17.299 | |
| Decimal | 10598602 | |
| Hunter Lab | 67.913, -7.153, -7.047 | |
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