ColorplanRailings vs Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball Railings No.31 compared with Farrow & Ball Down Pipe No.26
Railings is noticeably darker (LRV 6 vs 13) and a touch cooler than Down Pipe. Railings has a cool blue undertone, while Down Pipe has almost no visible undertone. They look clearly different (ΔE 11.1), so they create a different feel rather than being substitutes.
ΔE 11.1 · Very different
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, Down Pipe reflects more light (LRV 13).
Side by side
| Railings | Down Pipe | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | No.31 | No.26 |
| LRV | 6 | 13 |
| Undertone | blue | neutral |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #43474A | #626665 |
| Good for | accent walls, front doors | accent walls, front doors |
Questions
What is the difference between Railings and Down Pipe?
Railings is noticeably darker (LRV 6 vs 13) and a touch cooler than Down Pipe. Railings has a cool blue undertone, while Down Pipe has almost no visible undertone. They look clearly different (ΔE 11.1), so they create a different feel rather than being substitutes.
Which is lighter, Railings or Down Pipe?
Down Pipe is lighter, with an LRV of 13 against 6.
How does Railings compare to Down Pipe in a north-facing room?
Railings will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Down Pipe.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.