Cromarty 285 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #CFCEC0, estimated 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.
Farrow & Ball · #CFCEC0 · 285
Cromarty
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cromarty Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFCEC0
RGB207, 206, 192
Estimated LRV61.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandFarrow & Ball
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Compare alternatives to Cromarty
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Metallic Mist
PPG
#CDCCBE
Close digital match
Dusty Miller
Benjamin Moore
#CFCFC1
Close digital match
Zephyr Breeze
Dutch Boy
#D1D0C3
Close digital match
Bay Sands
Valspar
#D0CEC1
Close digital match
Cappuccino Froth
Behr
#D1D0C4
Close digital match
Lunar Landing
Dunn-Edwards
#D2CFC1
Close digital match
Liveable Green
Sherwin-Williams
#CECEBD
Close digital match
Stone .04
Colorhouse
#C9CABD
Close digital match
Lanolin
Kilz
#D1D1C6
Close digital match
Palatine
Hirshfield's
#C9C7B6
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Power Lunch
Vista Paint
#D5D2C7
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Colors That Work With Cromarty
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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
Digital 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
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Cromarty — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cromarty have?
Cromarty by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cromarty from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cromarty are Metallic Mist by PPG (a close digital match), Dusty Miller by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Zephyr Breeze by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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