Sardine CB8 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #90A3A6, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cape Cod Blue from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #90A3A6 · CB8
Sardine
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sardine Technical Profile
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Sardine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sardine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallSardine
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCape Cod Blue
Cape Cod Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Teal Wave
Behr
Nearly identical
Aqua Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Delft
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Neutraled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cloudy Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pearl Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Endless Rain
Kilz
Very similar
Beacon Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beacon Fog
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sardine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sardine
#90A3A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sardine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sardine 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 Sardine.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sardine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sardine have?
Sardine by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sardine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sardine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sardine are Cape Cod Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Teal Wave by Behr (a near-identical match), Aqua Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sardine'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 Sardine?
Sardine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sardine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.