Gray paint color
Down Pipe

A dark gray with a hint of blue
Down Pipe adds depth to walls, cabinets, and exterior details. Pair it with light upholstery and warm wood for an easy contrast.
- Color family
- Gray
- Undertone
- Blue
- Use
- Interior & exterior
- Brand
- Farrow & Ball
Color & light
Color and lighting
Down Pipe changes with the light around it.
Temperature
coolIntensity
MutedRGB
- Red
- 96
- Green
- 101
- Blue
- 101
HSL
- Hue
- 180°
- Saturation
- 3%
- Lightness
- 39%
How light can change it
Bright daylight
The blue-gray tone is more visible.
Cool or indirect light
It moves closer to charcoal.
Warm evening light
Warm light softens its cool edge.
Inspiration
Interior and exterior ideas
Interior
See Down Pipe in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and more.

Living room
Charcoal walls complement the leather sofa and dark coffee table.

Dining room
Dark paneling frames the wood table and tan chairs.

Kitchen cabinets
Charcoal cabinets contrast with pale counters and a timber worktable.

Bedroom
Dark gray walls complement neutral bedding and a leather bench.

Home office
Charcoal paint contrasts with the timber desk and narrow window.

Bathroom
Dark gray walls frame the pale wood vanity and white bath.
Exterior
See Down Pipe on siding, front doors, trim, and more.

Siding
Charcoal siding contrasts with the timber door and green planting.

Front door
The charcoal door gives the stone entrance a strong focal point.

Shutters & trim
Dark shutters contrast with the pale plaster facade.

Fences & garden structures
Charcoal fencing backs a timber bench and green planting.

Stucco
Dark gray stucco contrasts with the timber doorway and gravel garden.

Garage door
The charcoal garage door stands out against white stucco.
Color pairings
Colors that go with Down Pipe
Pale gray and white
Bright white and soft gray keep the dark walls in balance.
- Down PipeNo. 26 · Main color
- BlackenedNo. 2011 · Second color
- All WhiteNo. 2005 · Accent color
Warm whites
Use creamy trim and a warm stone color on nearby walls.
- Down PipeNo. 26 · Main color
- PointingNo. 2003 · Second color
- Skimming StoneNo. 241 · Accent color
Pink and soft white
Muted pink and a soft white bring warmth to the blue-gray.
- Down PipeNo. 26 · Main color
- Setting PlasterNo. 231 · Second color
- WevetNo. 273 · Accent color
Lighter and darker shades
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Frequently Asked Questions
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