Farrow & Ball De Nimes No. 299 is a grounding, elegant blue-grey inspired by classic French workwear. This down-to-earth denim hue offers incredible depth, making it a sophisticated choice for kitchen cabinetry, cozy studies, and stylish drawing rooms.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | No. 299 |
| HEX Code | #748284 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 19.27 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Green, Gray |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South-facing, West-facing |
| Best For | Kitchen islands, built-in bookcases, powder rooms, moody dining rooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This muted blue-grey hue applied to a massive central island, paired with warm brass fixtures.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright morning sunlight streaming through large steel-framed windows, casting crisp directional shadows.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Wimborne White
- Countertop Material:Honed Calacatta marble with subtle grey veining
- Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
- Flooring:Wide plank European white oak
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Concept board: A sophisticated blue-grey tone coating floor-to-ceiling bookcases, accented by rich walnut inserts and bronze library sconces.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, diffused afternoon light.
- Wall Color:Farrow & Ball Ammonite
- Wood Accents:Walnut shelving inserts
- Styling Pro Tips:Color-block vintage books and sculptural ceramic vases
- Hardware Finishes:Aged bronze library sconces
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Digital color test: A moody slate blue completely enveloping walls and ceiling, highlighted by an antique frameless mirror.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, ambient glow from sconces with no natural light.
- Wall Treatment:Color-drenched walls and ceiling
- Fixture Finishes:Polished nickel
- Sink Style:Carrara marble floating washbasin
- Mirror Style:Antique frameless mirror
Material exploration: This deep denim shade paired with dark stained herringbone parquet and flickering candlelight for a dramatic dining atmosphere.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Low-level evening light supplemented by flickering candlelight.
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Railings
- Flooring:Dark stained herringbone parquet
- Furniture Style:Ebonized wood dining table
- Textiles:Heavy linen drapery in charcoal
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