What color is Blackened? Blackened No. 2011 by Farrow & Ball is a cool, industrial white with a subtle silver-gray undertone. Historically made with lamp black pigment, this minimalist shade offers a stark, contemporary edge that pairs beautifully with stainless steel.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2011 |
| HEX Code | #dbdbda |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 72.07 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Blue, Black |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South-facing, West-facing |
| Best For | Minimalist kitchens, industrial spaces, modern bedrooms, ceilings, trim |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Space visualization: This cool silver-grey hue applied to kitchen walls, paired with dark flat-panel cabinetry and concrete countertops.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool crisp northern light
- Cabinetry Color:Farrow & Ball Down Pipe
- Key Materials:Matte black steel, concrete, poured resin
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black
- Architectural Style:Industrial Minimalist
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Digital palette: A pale grey tone used on massive drywall sections, accented by exposed brick and polished concrete flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Harsh directional skylight
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Pitch Black
- Key Materials:Exposed brick, steel beams, wire mesh
- Flooring:Polished concrete
- Vibe:Raw urban
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Interior color test: A cool off-white shade on bedroom walls, complemented by wide plank ash flooring and charcoal wool blankets.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused morning light
- Coordinating Colors:Farrow & Ball Cornforth White
- Key Materials:Charcoal wool, pale ash wood
- Flooring:Wide plank ash
- Styling Pro Tips:Use warm textures to prevent the cool undertone from feeling sterile.
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Conceptual rendering: Soft cool grey applied to the ceiling, paired beautifully with smooth plaster details and bleached wood floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Uplighting from warm sconces
- Wall Color:Farrow & Ball All White
- Key Materials:Plaster, linen, bleached wood
- Architectural Style:Contemporary Scandinavian
- Vibe:Airy and spacious
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Digital layout: A pale grey hue applied to substantial baseboards and door casings, accented by white marble flooring and glass decor.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright southern daylight
- Wall Color:Farrow & Ball Pavilion Gray
- Hardware Finishes:Polished chrome
- Key Materials:Glass, white marble
- Architectural Style:Modern Classic
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