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Hardwick White

With a focus on versatile tones, Hardwick White (5) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 131 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#b5afa0

LRV

43.66

Light Reflectance Value
43.66
medium

Hardwick White in Real Rooms

Hardwick White has a medium-high LRV of 43.66 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.

17 Bedroom Photos

The bedroom is where Hardwick White really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 bedroom

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 bedroom

@arthurleeinteriors

3 House Photos

Exterior paint earns its keep over years, not months — it needs to handle bleaching summers, wet winters, and the slow shifts of a neighborhood's context. Hardwick White has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 exterior

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 exterior

@hlhstyle

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 house exterior

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 house exterior

@thirskdeccentre

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 exterior

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 exterior

@palettehome

14 Front Door Photos

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Hardwick White rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 front door of old red brick house

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 front door of old red brick house

@mynewnorfolkhome

28 Bathroom Photos

Hardwick White is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 bathroom

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 bathroom

@zoeallaninteriors

36 Living Room Photos

When applied to living room walls, Hardwick White creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 living room

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 living room

@pinnaclepaintanddecorators

23 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

For an island-only application, Hardwick White provides a stunning focal point. It anchors the center of the room, creating a "furniture piece" feel that contrasts beautifully with lighter perimeter cabinets and draws people toward the heart of the kitchen.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 kitchen cabinets

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 kitchen cabinets

@rozzimaygreenwood

2 Mudroom Photos

Using Hardwick White on mudroom walls makes the white trim and hooks pop. It creates a high-contrast, organized look that makes even a room full of sports gear and rain boots look like it has a system and a sense of order.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 laundry room

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 laundry room

@annemarieleigh_interiordesign

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 laundry room

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 laundry room

@zoeallaninteriors

2 Dining Room Photos

Using Hardwick White in the dining room allows you to go bold with your lighting fixtures. An oversized chandelier or a modern sculptural pendant will look even more dramatic against the rich, steady background of this particular shade.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 dining room

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 dining room

@rebeccafaith_home

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 dining room

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 dining room

@thelittlefixerupper

5 Misc Photos

Note how Hardwick White is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 wall paint

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 wall paint

@sweetpea_maison

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 wall paint

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 wall paint

@home_extension_number3

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 door

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 door

@devlandecor

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 painted dresser

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 painted dresser

@_houseonthemeadow

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 painted dresser

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 painted dresser

@_houseonthemeadow

1 Kitchen Photo

Kitchens are often the noisiest rooms in the house; Hardwick White provides the visual equivalent of acoustic dampening. Its steady, calm presence helps lower the "volume" of the room, creating a more pleasant environment for cooking and conversation.

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 kitchen

Farrow and Ball Hardwick White 5 kitchen

@thelittlefixerupper

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Color Codes

HEX#b5afa0
RGB181, 175, 160
HSL43° 12% 67%
CMYK0 3 12 29
CIE LabL: 71.6 a: -0.5 b: 8.5
XYZX: 40.73 Y: 43.02 Z: 39.41