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Cord

Farrow & Ball · 16

The Analysis

Cord is a balanced, golden-toned neutral that adds immediate warmth to a room without feeling yellow. With an LRV of 54.2, it reflects a moderate amount of light, making spaces feel comfortable and grounded rather than stark or clinical.

This is an excellent choice for a main wall colour, especially in areas where you want to foster relaxation. It acts as a versatile backdrop that ties together furniture and artwork without competing for attention.

LRV 54

History & Origin

Cord fits perfectly into the Heritage aesthetic. Its dusty, organic quality mimics the pigments used in historic homes, making it ideal for period properties or classic interior designs.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

It works best in living rooms or bedrooms where warmth is a priority. Pair it with dark walnut wood for a rich look, or use matte black hardware to add a modern, sharp contrast to its softness.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels stable and calm. Because it leans toward earth tones, it creates a restful atmosphere that avoids the coldness of greys or the intensity of bright whites.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Final Straw

    Behr · S320-3

  • Bracken Biscuit

    Benjamin Moore · CW-120

  • Sandy Brown

    Benjamin Moore · CC-150

  • Earth Friendly

    Valspar · 8004-22C

  • Garden Rain

    Valspar · V094-2

  • Seasoned Salt

    Behr · S330-3

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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