Farrow & Ball

Pitch Blue

No. 220

Pitch Blue is a medium-toned cool blue with a violet undertone that becomes more apparent under artificial or low lighting. At an LRV of 42.6 it sits in the mid-range, deep enough to anchor a room but not so dark that it absorbs all available light. It is practical for studies, dining rooms, and feature walls where a defined color presence is useful.

The violet lean distinguishes it from straightforward blues and gives it a slightly dusty quality. Farrow & Ball shades such as Wimborne White, Pointing, and Purbeck Stone offer warm contrast, while Stiffkey Blue and Elephant's Breath provide tonal continuity.

Brand

Farrow & Ball

Code

No. 220

Pitch Blue in Real Homes (22 Photos)

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Pitch Blue in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Farrow & Ball Pitch Blue under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Farrow & Ball Pitch Blue under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Blue

Strength

Medium

Temperature

cool

Hue Angle

223°

Blue Family

Lightness

47%

Medium

Saturation

19%

Muted

LRV

42.6
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Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#606D8E
RGB Decimal
96, 109, 142
RGB Percent
37.6%, 42.7%, 55.7%
HSL
223.0, 19.3%, 46.7%
HSV
223.0, 32.4%, 55.7%
CMYK
32.4%, 23.2%, 0.0%, 44.3%
YIQ
108.9, -18.4, 7.6
XYZ
15.17, 15.38, 27.76
CIE Lab
46.15, 3.38, -19.67
CIE Luv
46.15, -8.04, -28.69
Hunter Lab
39.21, 2.63, -18.06
Decimal
6319502

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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