Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242
| Official page: | Pavilion Gray 242 |
| Code: | 242 |
| Name: | Pavilion Gray |
| Brand: | Farrow and Ball |
What color is Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray?
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray is a soft, muted gray with subtle blue undertones that give it a calming and serene feel. It can appear almost white in well-lit spaces but can also take on a slightly darker and moodier look in dimly-lit areas. This versatile color can be used in a variety of interior design styles, from modern to traditional, and pairs well with both cool and warm tones. It works particularly well in bedrooms, bathrooms, and living rooms as a soothing and sophisticated backdrop.
Pavilion Gray for bedroom
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Pavilion Gray for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
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Farrow and Ball 242 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Light real bathrooms.
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Farrow and Ball 242 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 Pavilion Gray reviews
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What are Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray undertones?
The undertone of Pavilion 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#C8C3BC
RGB code:
200, 195, 188
Is Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 cool or warm?
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With a hue of 35° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
242 Pavilion Gray HSL code: 35, 10%, 76%
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.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Pavilion 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 Pavilion 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 Pavilion Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 215, such as Farrow and Ball Selvedge and Wine Dark.
LRV of Pavilion Gray
Pavilion Gray has an LRV of 54.96% 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 54.96%, 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 | #c8c3bc |  |
| RGB Decimal | 200, 195, 188 | |
| RGB Percent | 78.43%, 76.47%, 73.73% | |
| HSV | Hue: 35° Saturation: 6.0% Value: 78.43% | |
| HSL | hsl(35, 10, 76) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.5 Yellow: 6.0 Key: 21.57 | |
| YIQ | Y: 195.697 I: 5.229 Q: -1.121 | |
| XYZ | X: 52.41 Y: 54.941 Z: 55.407 | |
| CIE Lab | L:79.007 a:0.497 b:4.132 | |
| CIE Luv | L:79.007 u:3.293 v:6.021 | |
| Decimal | 13157308 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.122, -3.501, 7.566 | |
Color equivalents
H487
Pumice
Tikkurila
H486
Tikkurila
X487
Plaster
Tikkurila
Slow Living
Dulux
12077
Sheer Grey
Jotun
275
Purbeck Stone
Farrow and Ball
0553
Chino
Jotun
Deco Grey 1923
Tikkurila
10182
White Linen
Jotun
228
Cornforth White
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30YY 56/060
Shaded Stone
Dulux
244
Dash of Soot
Little Greene
Dusted Cappuccino
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90YR 55/051
Natural Taupe 2
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Perfectly Taupe
Dulux
00YY 63/024
Pale Taupe
Dulux
10679
Washed Linen
Jotun
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Median
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