Kakelugn 317 is a neutral paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #C5D1D8, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Serene Setting from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5D1D8 · 317
Kakelugn
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kakelugn Technical Profile
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Kakelugn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kakelugn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallKakelugn
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSerene Setting
Serene Setting
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cool Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Mt Rainier Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Polished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Iced Iris
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Spun Sugar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mild Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Polar Drift
Behr
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kakelugn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kakelugn
#C5D1D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kakelugn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kakelugn 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 Kakelugn.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kakelugn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kakelugn have?
Kakelugn by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kakelugn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kakelugn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kakelugn are Serene Setting by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Serene Setting by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cool Gray by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kakelugn'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 Kakelugn?
Kakelugn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kakelugn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.