White paint color
Strong White

A white softened by light gray
Strong White is a gray-based white for walls, trim, and cabinets. Pair it with pale stone or warmer gray-beiges for a simple neutral scheme.
- Color family
- White
- Undertone
- Light gray
- Use
- Interior & exterior
- Brand
- Farrow & Ball
Color & light
Color and lighting
Strong White changes with the light around it.
Temperature
coolIntensity
MutedRGB
- Red
- 228
- Green
- 226
- Blue
- 220
HSL
- Hue
- 45°
- Saturation
- 13%
- Lightness
- 88%
How light can change it
Bright daylight
It looks light and clean.
Cool or indirect light
The gray undertone comes forward.
Warm evening light
Warm lamps soften the coolness.
Inspiration
Interior and exterior ideas
Interior
See Strong White in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and more.

Living room
Soft white walls complement the low sofa and timber chair.

Dining room
White paneling frames the round wood dining set.

Kitchen cabinets
White cabinets pair with pale counters and open wood shelves.

Bedroom
Soft white walls complement the low bed and gray bedding.

Home office
White walls frame the timber desk beside a tall dark window.

Bathroom
Soft white paint complements the pale floating vanity and stone tile.
Exterior
See Strong White on siding, front doors, trim, and more.

Siding
White siding contrasts with the dark glazed front door.

Front door
The white door blends with pale stone beside planted pots.

Shutters & trim
White shutters frame matching windows against light plaster.

Fences & garden structures
White fencing sits behind a timber bench and leafy planting.

Stucco
White stucco contrasts with the wood-lined entrance and large glazing.

Garage door
The white garage door blends into the pale facade.
Color pairings
Colors that go with Strong White
Warm gray-beiges
Use light and deeper warm gray on nearby walls and cabinets.
- Strong WhiteNo. 2001 · Main color
- Skimming StoneNo. 241 · Second color
- Elephant's BreathNo. 229 · Accent color
Blue and black
Muted blue cabinetry and blue-black details add contrast.
- Strong WhiteNo. 2001 · Main color
- De NimesNo. 299 · Second color
- RailingsNo. 31 · Accent color
Pink and charcoal
A plaster pink accent softens dark gray woodwork.
- Strong WhiteNo. 2001 · Main color
- Setting PlasterNo. 231 · Second color
- Down PipeNo. 26 · Accent color
Lighter and darker shades
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Frequently Asked Questions
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