Hardwick White 5 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #B5AFA0, estimated 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.
Farrow & Ball · #B5AFA0 · 5
Hardwick White
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hardwick White Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5AFA0
RGB181, 175, 160
Estimated LRV43.0
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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#B5AF9F
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Sharkskin
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Colors That Work With Hardwick White
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hardwick White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hardwick White are Stone Walkway by Behr (a close digital match), Silver Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gateway Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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