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Farrow & BallNo. 26

Gray paint color

Down Pipe

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Down Pipe walls in a modern loft living room
Down Pipe in a modern loft living room

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

cool
CoolWarm

Intensity

Muted
MutedVivid

RGB

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 featuring Down Pipe paint

Living room

Charcoal walls complement the leather sofa and dark coffee table.

Dining room featuring Down Pipe paint

Dining room

Dark paneling frames the wood table and tan chairs.

Kitchen cabinets featuring Down Pipe paint

Kitchen cabinets

Charcoal cabinets contrast with pale counters and a timber worktable.

Bedroom featuring Down Pipe paint

Bedroom

Dark gray walls complement neutral bedding and a leather bench.

Home office featuring Down Pipe paint

Home office

Charcoal paint contrasts with the timber desk and narrow window.

Bathroom featuring Down Pipe paint

Bathroom

Dark gray walls frame the pale wood vanity and white bath.

Exterior

See Down Pipe on siding, front doors, trim, and more.

Siding featuring Down Pipe paint

Siding

Charcoal siding contrasts with the timber door and green planting.

Front door featuring Down Pipe paint

Front door

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

Shutters & trim featuring Down Pipe paint

Shutters & trim

Dark shutters contrast with the pale plaster facade.

Fences & garden structures featuring Down Pipe paint

Fences & garden structures

Charcoal fencing backs a timber bench and green planting.

Stucco featuring Down Pipe paint

Stucco

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

Garage door featuring Down Pipe paint

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

Related neutrals from Farrow & Ball

Lighter Darker

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Reading nook with Down Pipe walls and a cream armchair