Farrow and Ball Hague Blue 30
| Official page: | Hague Blue 30 |
| Code: | 30 |
| Name: | Hague Blue |
| Brand: | Farrow and Ball |
What color is Farrow and Ball Hague Blue?
Experience the charm of Farrow and Ball 30 Hague Blue, a sophisticated hue that exudes timeless elegance and depth. This rich and bold shade adds a touch of drama and sophistication to any space, making it an ideal choice for dining rooms, libraries, or bedrooms seeking a moody yet inviting atmosphere. Whether used as an accent wall or to envelop an entire room, Farrow and Ball 30 Hague Blue lends a sense of luxury and refinement that is both modern and classic. Embrace the allure of this deep blue tone to create a stunning and unforgettable interior that exudes style and character.
Hague Blue for bedroom
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Hague Blue for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Farrow and Ball 30 for bathroom
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Farrow and Ball 30 on kitchen cabinets
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Hague 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.
Farrow and Ball Hague 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 Hague Blue undertones?
The undertone of Hague 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#3D4E57
RGB code:
61, 78, 87
Is Farrow and Ball Hague Blue 30 cool or warm?
With a hue of 201° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
30 Hague Blue HSL code: 201, 18%, 29%
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.
- 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 Hague 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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Hague Blue:
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 Hague Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 21, such as Farrow and Ball Dove Tale and Purbeck Stone.
LRV of Hague Blue
Hague Blue has an LRV of 7% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 7%, 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 | #3d4e57 | |
| RGB Decimal | 61, 78, 87 | |
| RGB Percent | 23.92%, 30.59%, 34.12% | |
| HSV | Hue: 201° Saturation: 29.89% Value: 34.12% | |
| HSL | hsl(201, 18, 29) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 29.89 Magenta: 10.34 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 65.88 | |
| YIQ | Y: 73.943 I: -13.022 Q: -0.795 | |
| XYZ | X: 6.369 Y: 7.129 Z: 10.055 | |
| CIE Lab | L:32.098 a:-4.238 b:-7.472 | |
| CIE Luv | L:32.098 u:-8.46 v:-8.815 | |
| Decimal | 4017751 | |
| Hunter Lab | 26.7, -4.148, -3.638 |
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