Ammonite 274 is a beige paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #DDD8CF, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slush from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDD8CF · 274
Ammonite
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Ammonite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ammonite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallAmmonite
Nearly identical
ValsparSlush
Slush
Valspar
Nearly identical
City Loft
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Polished
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sierra Snow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silent Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Free Spirited
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Balboa Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ginger Sugar
Behr
Nearly identical
Flying Dove
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pearly Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ammonite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ammonite
#DDD8CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ammonite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ammonite Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Ammonite.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ammonite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ammonite have?
Ammonite by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ammonite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ammonite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ammonite are Slush by Valspar (a near-identical match), City Loft by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Windfresh White by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ammonite's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ammonite?
Ammonite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ammonite's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.