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Plummet

Often used for its versatile qualities, Plummet remains a staple for Farrow & Ball designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 31 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#8d8d8b

LRV

26.73

Light Reflectance Value
26.73
medium

Plummet in Real Rooms

Plummet has a medium LRV of 26.73 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

7 Bedroom Photos

Pairing Plummet with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.

Farrow and Ball Plummet bedroom review

Farrow and Ball Plummet bedroom review

@houseoffrain

7 Bathroom Photos

Using Plummet on a bathroom vanity is a clever way to introduce color without painting the walls. It creates a sophisticated anchor for the room, especially when topped with a thick white quartz or a contrasting dark stone.

Farrow and Ball Plummet bathroom gray color

Farrow and Ball Plummet bathroom gray color

@thomasmachinteriors

6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Choosing Plummet for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."

Farrow and Ball Plummet kitchen cabinets paint review

Farrow and Ball Plummet kitchen cabinets paint review

@colourkings_spraycoating

1 Front Door Photo

A front door painted Plummet makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.

Farrow and Ball Plummet front door paint

Farrow and Ball Plummet front door paint

@mattwillisinteriors

3 Living Room Photos

Plummet works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Grey accent wall Farrow and Ball Plummet

Grey accent wall Farrow and Ball Plummet

@samsprettylittlehome

Victorian dark grey interior Farrow and Ball Plummet

Victorian dark grey interior Farrow and Ball Plummet

@ccaryschapman

Dark grey living room Farrow and Ball Plummet

Dark grey living room Farrow and Ball Plummet

@ccaryschapman

1 Home Office Photo

Plummet in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.

Farrow and Ball Plummet home office interior

Farrow and Ball Plummet home office interior

@studiofabbri

5 Misc Photos

See how Plummet is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.

Farrow and Ball Plummet painted cabinets color

Farrow and Ball Plummet painted cabinets color

@sc_bespokejoinery

Farrow and Ball Plummet painted cabinets review

Farrow and Ball Plummet painted cabinets review

@sc_bespokejoinery

Dark grey stylish interior Farrow and Ball Plummet

Dark grey stylish interior Farrow and Ball Plummet

@aireyhound

Color block with grey Farrow and Ball Plummet paint

Color block with grey Farrow and Ball Plummet paint

@ourmonktonheathfieldhome

Grey wall paint Farrow and Ball Plummet

Grey wall paint Farrow and Ball Plummet

@ccaryschapman

1 Dining Room Photo

Pairing Plummet with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.

Farrow and Ball Plummet dining room color

Farrow and Ball Plummet dining room color

@simonebresele_interiordesign

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Color Codes

HEX#8d8d8b
RGB141, 141, 139
HSL60° 1% 55%
CMYK0 0 1 45
CIE LabL: 58.6 a: -0.4 b: 1.1
XYZX: 25.17 Y: 26.58 Z: 28.22