Purbeck Stone by Farrow & Ball is a clean and understated mid-gray. Resembling the color of natural stone found on the Isle of Purbeck, it acts as a strong, relaxed neutral that brings warmth to any scheme.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 275 |
| HEX Code | #c0bcb3 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 51.53 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Warm Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Brown, Stone |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Living rooms, kitchen cabinets, bedrooms, hallways, exteriors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: A sophisticated mid-grey coating contemporary walls, complementing polished concrete flooring and a charcoal wool modular sofa.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Clear afternoon daylight
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Ammonite
- Key Materials:Charcoal wool, brushed steel
- Flooring:Polished concrete
- Architectural Style:Contemporary
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Concept board: A clean modern grey applied to flat-panel cabinetry, illuminated by bright task lighting alongside dark charcoal soapstone countertops.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright task lighting and daylight
- Countertops:Soapstone
- Hardware Finishes:Satin brass
- Cabinetry Style:Flat-panel
- Styling Pro Tips:Minimalist open shelving
Material study: A moody architectural grey applied to board and batten paneled walls, contrasting deeply with dark walnut flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft evening twilight
- Key Materials:Cashmere, smoked glass
- Wall Treatment:Board and batten
- Flooring:Dark walnut
- Vibe:Moody and sophisticated
Color test: A refined stone grey enveloping an architectural corridor, accented by shadow gap skirting and wall-to-wall natural sisal carpet.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional morning light
- Flooring:Sisal carpet
- Hardware Finishes:Blackened bronze
- Architectural Details:Shadow gap skirting
- Styling Pro Tips:Gallery wall display
Digital material board: A versatile architectural grey applied to a main stucco facade, complementing a weathered brick pathway and tall zinc planters.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Overcast daylight
- Trim Recommendation:Farrow & Ball Cornforth White
- Key Materials:Weathered brick, zinc
- Architectural Details:Stucco facade
- Styling Pro Tips:Use architectural evergreens
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