Ref. #8B857F · 276
Mole's Breath
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mole's Breath Technical Profile
What color is Mole's Breath? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8B857F. Colors similar to Mole's Breath include Benjamin Moore Metropolis, Benjamin Moore Eagle Rock, PPG So Sublime. Mole's Breath has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Mole's Breath creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Mole's Breath pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mole's Breath
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mole's Breath
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mole's Breath
#8B857F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mole's Breath
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mole's Breath 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 Mole's Breath.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mole's Breath — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mole's Breath have?
Mole's Breath by Farrow & Ball has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mole's Breath from other brands?
The closest matches are Metropolis by Benjamin Moore (#8C857D), Eagle Rock by Benjamin Moore (#8C857D), So Sublime by PPG (#8B847C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mole's Breath?
Mole's Breath has an LRV of 23.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Mole's Breath
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mole's Breath's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.