Hay (No. 37) is a light beige from Farrow & Ball. Its LRV is about 56.5 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Shortbread (97% match).

Compare Hay with other brands

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LRV

56.5 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

No. 37

HEX

#D9C497

RGB

217, 196, 151

HSL

41°, 46%, 72%

Family

Beiges

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Hay FAQ

What is the LRV of Hay?

Hay has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 56.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight.

What is the closest match to Hay in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Shortbread (CSP-970), 97%; Sherwin-Williams: Pale Moss (SW 9027), 96%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Pale Moss (HGSW9027), 96%; Dunn-Edwards: Grain Mill (DET665), 96%; Glidden: True Blonde (PPG12-12), 95%; Valspar: Baked Scone (3007-8B), 95%; Behr: Natural Twine (S310-3), 94%; PPG: Corn Silk (PPG12-01), 93%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Hay?

The HEX code of Hay (No. 37) is #D9C497, RGB 217, 196, 151. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.