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Ammonite vs Agreeable Gray

Farrow & Ball Ammonite No.274 compared with Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray SW 7029

Ammonite is a touch lighter (LRV 63 vs 60) than Agreeable Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.3) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Ammonite on the left and Agreeable Gray on the right
Ammonite · Farrow & BallAgreeable Gray · Sherwin-WilliamsPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.3 · Very close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

Which to choose

For a small or dim room, Ammonite reflects more light (LRV 63).

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Side by side

AmmoniteAgreeable Gray
BrandFarrow & BallSherwin-Williams
CodeNo.274SW 7029
LRV6360
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#D5CFC2#D0CBC0
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Ammonite and Agreeable Gray?

Ammonite is a touch lighter (LRV 63 vs 60) than Agreeable Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.3) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Ammonite or Agreeable Gray?

Ammonite is lighter, with an LRV of 63 against 60.

How does Ammonite compare to Agreeable Gray in a north-facing room?

In north light Ammonite will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Agreeable Gray.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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