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Peignoir
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Peignoir Technical Profile
What color is Peignoir? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #D6C8C3. Colors similar to Peignoir include Sherwin-Williams White Truffle, Valspar Berry Cream, Behr Hazy Taupe. Peignoir has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Peignoir sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Peignoir 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 Peignoir
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peignoir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peignoir
#D6C8C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peignoir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peignoir 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 Peignoir.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peignoir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peignoir have?
Peignoir by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Peignoir from other brands?
The closest matches are White Truffle by Sherwin-Williams (#D7C8C2), Berry Cream by Valspar (#D5C6C2), Hazy Taupe by Behr (#D6C8C1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Peignoir?
Peignoir has an LRV of 59.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peignoir's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.