What color is James White? James White No. 2010 by Farrow & Ball is a fresh, airy off-white with a distinct underlying green cast. This subtle hint of green gives the color a tranquil, natural feel, making it an excellent choice for brightening darker rooms.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2010 |
| HEX Code | #e9e7d8 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 80.7 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Yellow, Gray |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North-facing, South-facing |
| Best For | Living rooms, dark corners, bedrooms, conservatories, trim |
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Digital visualization: This off-white hue applied to living room walls, paired with light oak and unlacquered brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:South-facing, abundant natural light casting warm, soft shadows.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball All White
- Key Materials:Boucle, light oak, unlacquered brass
- Accent Color:Farrow & Ball Pigeon
- Architectural Style:Soft Minimalism
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Concept board: A warm off-white shade tested in low natural light alongside dark stained herringbone oak and velvet.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Low natural light, supplemented by a warm ambient brass wall sconce.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Pointing
- Key Materials:Walnut wood, velvet, aged bronze
- Flooring:Dark stained herringbone oak
- Styling Pro Tips:Use reflective surfaces to bounce light
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Color test: A soft pale neutral applied to bedroom walls, illuminated by gentle morning eastern light.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Gentle morning eastern light, cool and diffuse.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Wimborne White
- Key Materials:Washed linen, rattan, matte ceramic
- Accent Color:Farrow & Ball Cromarty
- Vibe:Restful and airy
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Digital color board: This airy off-white masonry wall paired with woven wicker and lush botanical greenery.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:All-encompassing bright daylight, harsh shadows softened by foliage.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin
- Key Materials:Terracotta tiles, woven wicker, distressed teak
- Botanicals:Large fiddle leaf fig, trailing pothos
- Architectural Style:Classic Edwardian
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Architectural visualization: A soft pale hue used on deep skirting boards and paneling under diffused midday light.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Even, diffused midday light highlighting architectural details.
- Wall Color:Farrow & Ball French Gray
- Key Materials:Plaster walls, satin wood finish, antique brass hardware
- Architectural Style:Victorian with deep skirting boards
- Styling:Minimalist to let the trim pop
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