Farrow & Ball Tallow is a pale, sun-warmed cream with a subtle peachy-pink and yellow base. This illuminating neutral reflects light beautifully, creating a fresh, warm atmosphere without appearing overly yellow, making it an excellent choice for brightening darker rooms.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 203 |
| HEX Code | #f6ebd5 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 84 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Cream |
| Hidden Undertones | Peachy-pink And Yellow |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | North-facing, East-facing |
| Best For | Nurseries, living rooms, hallways, dark spaces |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: A warm cream hue enveloping nursery walls, accented by brushed brass floor lamps and unbleached muslin.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Gentle diffused natural daylight
- Trim Color:
- Textiles:Unbleached muslin and cream boucle
- Hardware:Brushed brass
- Flooring:Light maple planks
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Color rendering: This soft beige tone warming historical interior architecture, contrasted beautifully against an olive green velvet sofa.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Golden hour evening light casting warm beams
- Accent Color:
- Wood Tones:Rich walnut
- Upholstery:Olive green velvet
- Vibe:Cozy and sophisticated historical
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Space planning board: A gentle warm neutral coating upper hallway walls, complementing cream and taupe checkered marble floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft ambient sconce lighting mixed with filtered daylight
- Wainscoting Color:
- Flooring:Checkered marble in cream and taupe
- Hardware:Aged brass door knobs
- Architectural Style:Classic traditional
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Lighting simulation: A pale warm shade applied to walls and a high gloss ceiling to reflect low artificial lighting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Low artificial warm lighting (2700K) from table lamps
- Contrast Color:
- Ceiling Treatment:High gloss finish to reflect light
- Key Materials:Rich mahogany and antique mirror glass
- Styling Pro Tips:Use warm pale tones in windowless rooms to simulate sunlight
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