Hardwick White vs Fawn brown
Where Hardwick White belongs to Farrow & Ball's range, Fawn brown is a RAL Classic color. Hardwick White reads as greige-grey, while Fawn brown reads as beige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Hardwick White (LRV 44) reflects noticeably more light than Fawn brown (LRV 11), a difference of 33 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 43.4, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Hardwick White vs Fawn brown Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hardwick White on one side and Fawn brown on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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