Pavilion Gray
With a focus on versatile and reflective tones, Pavilion Gray (242) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. See it applied across 31 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#c8c3bc
LRV
54.96
Pavilion Gray in Real Rooms
Pavilion Gray has a medium-high LRV of 54.96 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
8 Bedroom Photos
Pavilion Gray creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 bedroom panelling
@willmundydesign
5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Pavilion Gray on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kitchen cabinets
@perfectfinishes
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kitchen cabinets
@wick_homelife
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kitchen cabinets
@ni.refinishing
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kitchen cabinets
@wesprayupvc
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kitchen cabinets
@stonehouse.furniture
3 Bathroom Photos
Pavilion Gray 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 Pavilion Gray 242 bathroom
@okisanchi
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 bathroom
@harleydesignbuild
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 cozy bathroom
@kinblethmont
6 Living Room Photos
When applied to living room walls, Pavilion Gray 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 Pavilion Gray 242 living room
@lynnbyrnenyc
2 Dining Room Photos
For an "all-day" dining room, Pavilion Gray is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 dining room
@interiorlove_nicole
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 dining room
@behind_the_bifolds
2 Front Door Photos
The front door is a great place to experiment with higher sheen levels. Pavilion Gray in a high-gloss finish creates a mirror-like surface that looks incredibly expensive and traditional, echoing the grand entryways of London or New York.
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 front door paint
@lole_joinery
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 front door
@lole_joinery
1 Mudroom Photo
For smaller entries, Pavilion Gray provides a "box" of color that defines the space. It tells you exactly where the "messy" zone ends and the "clean" house begins, using color psychology to manage the flow of the household.
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 laundry room
@harleydesignbuild
4 Misc Photos
Note how Pavilion Gray 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 Pavilion Gray 242 utility room
@harleydesignbuild
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 painted storage
@justsprayituk
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 accent wall panelling
@sophieshomeofgreyandchrome
Farrow and Ball Pavilion Gray 242 kids room
@the.smiths.down.the.lane