Stiffkey Blue 281 is a neutral paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #4D5B6A, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hampton Surf from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Farrow & Ball · #4D5B6A · 281
Stiffkey Blue
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Stiffkey Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#4D5B6A
RGB77, 91, 106
Estimated LRV10.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandFarrow & Ball
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#4D5C6A
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#4D5A6B
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#485869
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#4C5D6B
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#495C6F
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Colors That Work With Stiffkey Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stiffkey Blue
#4D5B6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E5E8C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stiffkey Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stiffkey Blue 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
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Stiffkey Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stiffkey Blue have?
Stiffkey Blue by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Stiffkey Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stiffkey Blue are Hampton Surf by Valspar (a close digital match), Yankee Doodle by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Harbour (marquee) by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Stiffkey Blue'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 Stiffkey Blue?
Stiffkey Blue has a estimated lightness value of 10.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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