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Farrow & Ball Stiffkey Blue vs Valspar Dark Kettle Black

Compare undertones, light reflectance, and visual depth side by side.

Color Comparison

Stiffkey BlueDark Kettle Black
HEX#2C3E50#2F2F2F
LRV54
Undertonecoolneutral
Hue
263°
297°
Perceptual Difference (ΔE)11.16
LRV Difference1

Design Comparison

  • Dark Kettle Black reads slightly warmer than Stiffkey Blue.
  • Stiffkey Blue carries slightly more color presence and depth.
  • These colors have noticeable differences in tone and depth.

Design Insight

  • Dark Kettle Black appears slightly warmer than Stiffkey Blue.
  • Stiffkey Blue reflects more light and will feel brighter in most spaces.
  • Stiffkey Blue carries slightly more saturation, giving it more color presence.
  • Dark Kettle Black is a safer neutral choice for resale-focused spaces.