Hardwick White → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Farrow & Ball Hardwick White (No.5), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Hardwick White
If you love Farrow & Ball Hardwick White but need a Valspar alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Valspar, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Hardwick White (No.5) is a medium greige with warm stone-greige undertones. A warm greige with an organic, stone-like quality. More depth than Ammonite, warmer than Cornforth White. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 49) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Hardwick White and every Valspar color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Valspar option is Notre Dame (VR083B) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Notre Dame is the closest Valspar option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Valspar Matches for Hardwick White
Notre Dame is the closest Valspar option. Similar character.
| Hardwick White | Notre Dame | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 49 | 48 |
| Hex | #C5BFB4 | #C3B9AA |
| Undertone | Warm Stone-Greige | Warm Sandy Beige |
| Family | Greige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Hardwick White has warm stone-greige undertones. A warm greige with an organic, stone-like quality. More depth than Ammonite, warmer than Cornforth White.
Notre Dame has warm sandy beige undertones. A warm, sandy medium beige with organic undertones. Named for the historic cathedral's stone. Earthy and grounding with a timeless quality that works in both traditional and transitional homes.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Hardwick White in Your Room
Reads as a warm, natural mid-tone neutral. The stone quality makes it feel organic and timeless.
Notre Dame in Your Room
The sandy warmth is consistent and reliable. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm, natural beige. In dim rooms, it feels cozy without being dark. The earthy quality pairs well with natural materials like wood and stone.
LRV and Brightness
Hardwick White has an LRV of 49, while Notre Dame has an LRV of 48. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball recommends Hardwick White for: living room, bedroom, kitchen, hallway, dining room. With an LRV of 49, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Notre Dame is recommended for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, study. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Notre Dame in the same rooms you planned for Hardwick White.
Hardwick White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Hardwick White (No.5) is Notre Dame (VR083B) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Notre Dame is the closest Valspar option. Similar character. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Hardwick White is a Farrow & Ball color with warm stone-greige undertones and an LRV of 49. Notre Dame is a Valspar color with warm sandy beige undertones and an LRV of 48. With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.7, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Valspar equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Valspar. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Valspar work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.