Cola by Farrow & Ball is a deep, rich brown with warm red undertones. This dark and earthy neutral creates a cozy, enveloping feel in smaller spaces, setting itself apart from cooler browns with its distinctive warmth.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 9918 |
| HEX Code | #4d403d |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 26 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Brown |
| Hidden Undertones | Red, Purple |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North, East |
| Best For | Cozy snugs, libraries, dining rooms, interior trim, cabinetry |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: A deep brown hue enveloping a snug space, paired with rich walnut and aged brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dim, moody twilight with warm amber lamplight
- Styling Pro Tips:Color-drenched walls, trim, and ceiling
- Textiles:Dark wool mohair and textured bouclé
- Wood Tones:Rich walnut
- Hardware Finishes:Aged brass
Concept board: A rich, enveloping shade applied to floor-to-ceiling shelving, accented by vintage leather and brass picture lights.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional sconce lighting and soft evening glow
- Styling Pro Tips:Color-drenched millwork and shelving
- Flooring:Dark herringbone oak
- Key Materials:Vintage leather and brass
- Decor:Antique globes and leather-bound books
Digital visualization: This sophisticated dark tone creating a moody dining atmosphere, complementing rust velvet and polished concrete.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Candlelight and low-hanging chandelier glow
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone
- Table Material:Honed travertine
- Chairs:Upholstered rust velvet
- Flooring:Polished concrete
Complementary Paint Colors
Application study: This deep shade applied to heavy doors and baseboards, contrasting sharply against light pine floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, contrasting midday light
- Wall Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Joa's White
- Architectural Style:Victorian with heavy moldings
- Hardware Finishes:Polished nickel
- Flooring:Light pine boards
Complementary Paint Colors
Color board: A rich, grounding color anchoring flat-panel cabinets, beautifully offset by heavy marble countertops and knurled brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool, indirect northern daylight
- Wall Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Slipper Satin
- Countertops:Calacatta viola marble
- Hardware Finishes:Knurled brass pulls
- Backsplash:Handmade zellige tile
Complementary Paint Colors
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