Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath 276
| Official page: | Mole's Breath 276 |
| Code: | 276 |
| Name: | Mole's Breath |
| Brand: | Farrow and Ball |
What color is Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath?
Farrow and Ball's Mole's Breath (276) is a sophisticated hue that exudes a sense of depth and warmth. This versatile color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like off-whites and warm beiges, creating a harmonious and elegant ambiance. For a bolder look, consider combining Mole's Breath with deep blues or rich greens to add a pop of color and drama to your space. The muted tones of Mole's Breath make it a timeless choice for any room, adding a touch of understated luxury to your home decor. Experiment with different color combinations to find the perfect balance that reflects your personal style and aesthetic preferences.
Mole's Breath for bedroom
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Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath reviews
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What are Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath undertones?
The undertone of Mole's Breath 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8B857F
RGB code:
139, 133, 127
Is Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath 276 cool or warm?
With a hue of 30° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
276 Mole's Breath HSL code: 30, 5%, 52%
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.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Mole's Breath
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 black shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Farrow and Ball Mole's Breath:
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
276
Mole's Breath
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 Mole's Breath with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 210, such as Farrow and Ball Selvedge and Wine Dark.
LRV of Mole's Breath
Mole's Breath has an LRV of 24.07% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 24.07%, 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 | #8b857f | |
| RGB Decimal | 139, 133, 127 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.51%, 52.16%, 49.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 30° Saturation: 8.63% Value: 54.51% | |
| HSL | hsl(30, 5, 52) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.32 Yellow: 8.63 Key: 45.49 | |
| YIQ | Y: 134.11 I: 5.503 Q: -0.598 | |
| XYZ | X: 22.865 Y: 23.797 Z: 23.462 | |
| CIE Lab | L:55.884 a:1.124 b:4.034 | |
| CIE Luv | L:55.884 u:3.861 v:5.365 | |
| Decimal | 9143679 | |
| Hunter Lab | 48.782, -1.701, 5.632 |
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