Hardwick White 5 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #B5AFA0, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone Walkway from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
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Hardwick White
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Hardwick White in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hardwick White in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallHardwick White
Nearly identical
BehrStone Walkway
Stone Walkway
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shale Ridge
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hunter's White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Kid Gloves
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pewter Patter
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sharkskin
PPG
Nearly identical
Langdon Dove
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hardwick White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hardwick White
#B5AFA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Hardwick White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hardwick White 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 Hardwick White.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hardwick White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hardwick White have?
Hardwick White 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 Hardwick White in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hardwick White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hardwick White are Stone Walkway by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gateway Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hardwick White'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 Hardwick White?
Hardwick White has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hardwick White's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.