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Cromarty
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cromarty Technical Profile
What color is Cromarty? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CFCEC0. Colors similar to Cromarty include PPG Metallic Mist, Benjamin Moore Dusty Miller, Valspar Bay Sands. Cromarty has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Cromarty sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Cromarty pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cromarty
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Metallic Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Dusty Miller
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bay Sands
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cappuccino Froth
Behr
Nearly identical
Lunar Landing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Patagonia Glacier
MPC
Nearly identical
Liveable Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cromarty
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cromarty
#CFCEC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cromarty
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cromarty 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 Cromarty.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cromarty — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cromarty have?
Cromarty by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cromarty from other brands?
The closest matches are Metallic Mist by PPG (#CDCCBE), Dusty Miller by Benjamin Moore (#CFCFC1), Bay Sands by Valspar (#D0CEC1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cromarty?
Cromarty has an LRV of 61.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cromarty's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.