Cromarty 285 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #CFCEC0, LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metallic Mist from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFCEC0 · 285
Cromarty
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Cromarty in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cromarty in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallCromarty
Nearly identical
PPGMetallic Mist
Metallic Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Dusty Miller
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Zephyr Breeze
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bay Sands
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cappuccino Froth
Behr
Nearly identical
Lunar Landing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Liveable Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Lanolin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palatine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Power Lunch
Vista Paint
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cromarty in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cromarty from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cromarty are Metallic Mist by PPG (a near-identical match), Dusty Miller by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Zephyr Breeze by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cromarty'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 Cromarty?
Cromarty has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.2, 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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