String 8 is a orange paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #DDCDAE, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peaceable Kingdom from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDCDAE · 8
String
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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String in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to String in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallString
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPeaceable Kingdom
Peaceable Kingdom
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Oakwood Manor
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Netsuke
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peaceable Kingdom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Echoing Valley
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Assateague Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Boutique Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Limescent
Behr
Nearly identical
Classic Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With String
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
String
#DDCDAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for String
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
String 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 String.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
String — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does String have?
String 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 String in your own space before committing.
What colors match String from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to String are Peaceable Kingdom by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Oakwood Manor by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Monroe Bisque by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting String'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 String?
String has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 String's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.