Farrow & Ball Faded Terracotta is a soft, chalky apricot-orange that acts as a warm, earthy neutral. Inspired by sun-baked clay, this relaxed shade brings a cozy, Mediterranean warmth to any space, making it ideal for kitchens and sunrooms.
Will Faded Terracotta clash with your room?
Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | No. CC8 |
| HEX Code | #dfb797 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 52.27 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Terracotta |
| Hidden Undertones | Peach, Apricot |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North-facing, East-facing |
| Best For | Kitchens, dining rooms, sunrooms, exterior accents |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This sun-baked orange hue applied to lower kitchen cabinetry, complemented by dark soapstone and aged copper.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright natural daylight from a large skylight
- Wall Color:Farrow & Ball Wevet
- Countertops:Soapstone
- Hardware Finishes:Aged copper
- Flooring:Terracotta hex tiles
Complementary Paint Colors
Material study: Observing this soft clay hue in a dining space alongside reclaimed oak and handmade ceramic tableware.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm evening light with glowing pendant lamps
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone
- Flooring:Reclaimed oak
- Accent Furniture:Black stained ash wood chairs
- Styling Props:Handmade ceramic tableware
Complementary Paint Colors
Color rendering: A muted earthy orange tone applied to sunroom walls, contrasting beautifully against polished poured concrete and rattan.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Intense, direct midday sunlight
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball All White
- Flooring:Poured concrete
- Accent Material:Rattan furniture
- Styling Props:Large tropical indoor plants
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital color test: Evaluating this warm baked clay shade on exterior shutters alongside bright white stucco and wrought iron.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright afternoon sun with sharp, crisp shadows
- Facade Material:White stucco
- Hardware Finishes:Wrought iron
- Landscaping:Olive trees and lavender
- Architectural Feature:Window shutters
Room Compatibility & Clashes Diagnoses
Hackrea's reports evaluating the compatibility of Faded Terracotta in real rooms.East-Facing Dining Room
"The paint's warm apricot-clay undertones naturally embrace the existing rug and oak flooring, though the high concentration of amber pine furniture requires thoughtful upper-wall balancing."