Stone Blue
With a focus on versatile tones, Stone Blue (86) 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 35 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#7997a1
LRV
27.72
Stone Blue in Real Rooms
Stone Blue has a medium LRV of 27.72 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
5 Bedroom Photos
Pairing Stone Blue 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 Stone Blue bedroom interior
@seansymington
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue bedroom accent wall paint
@dw_buckingham
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue kids' bedroom picture
@renovating_stockwood
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue bedroom picture
@designbynest
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue 86 bedroom
@my_first_yorkshire_home
1 House Photo
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Stone Blue is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue exterior paint
@our_guernsey_home
3 Front Door Photos
There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Stone Blue. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue front door color
@lrobertson84
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue front door paint review
@life_at_langton_house
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue front door paint
@life_at_langton_house
6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
On kitchen cabinets, Stone Blue adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.
Farrow and Ball 86 kitchen cabinets color
@kitchen_respray_restore
6 Living Room Photos
Stone Blue 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.
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue living room color
@des.and.in
5 Bathroom Photos
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Stone Blue has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue bathroom color review
@ledbury.devon
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue bathroom interior
@beataheuman
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue 86 bathroom
@designsatno16
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue 86 bathroom
@fourteenbythepark
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue 86 bathroom
@period_features17
8 Misc Photos
See how Stone Blue 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 Stone Blue door paint
@chez.shez
1 Kitchen Photo
Using Stone Blue in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Farrow and Ball Stone Blue 86 kitchen
@jns.paintdec