Pointing 2003 is a orange paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #F7F1E3, LRV 88 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roman Column from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F7F1E3 · 2003
Pointing
88%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pointing Technical Profile
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Pointing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pointing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallPointing
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRoman Column
Roman Column
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Abstract White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Aged Marble
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Warm Milk
Valspar
Nearly identical
White Blush
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Swan White
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Palatial White
Behr
Nearly identical
White Chip
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Shoulders
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mayo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cream
RAL
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pointing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pointing
#F7F1E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADBB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pointing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pointing 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 Pointing.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pointing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pointing have?
Pointing by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pointing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pointing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pointing are Roman Column by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Abstract White by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Aged Marble by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pointing'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 Pointing?
Pointing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 88.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pointing's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.