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Purbeck Stone vs Cumulus Cloud

Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone No.275 compared with Benjamin Moore Cumulus Cloud 1550

Purbeck Stone is a touch darker (LRV 50 vs 53) than Cumulus Cloud. 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 Purbeck Stone on the left and Cumulus Cloud on the right
Purbeck Stone · Farrow & BallCumulus Cloud · Benjamin MoorePhoto: 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, Cumulus Cloud reflects more light (LRV 53).

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Purbeck StoneCumulus Cloud
BrandFarrow & BallBenjamin Moore
CodeNo.2751550
LRV5053
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#C0BCB3#C5C1B8
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Purbeck Stone and Cumulus Cloud?

Purbeck Stone is a touch darker (LRV 50 vs 53) than Cumulus Cloud. 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, Purbeck Stone or Cumulus Cloud?

Cumulus Cloud is lighter, with an LRV of 53 against 50.

How does Purbeck Stone compare to Cumulus Cloud in a north-facing room?

In north light Purbeck Stone will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Cumulus Cloud.

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

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