Plummett (No.272)
A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color.
About Farrow & Ball Plummett
Plummett (No.272) is a gray from Farrow & Ball's collection with an LRV of 24 and cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color.
Plummett is a deeper color with an LRV of 24, meaning it absorbs more light than it reflects. This gives it real drama and sophistication. It works well on accent walls, exterior siding, front doors, cabinets, and architectural features where you want a bold statement. In a full room application, make sure you have adequate lighting and use bright white trim to prevent the space from feeling too dark.
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
Plummett has an LRV of 24, placing it in the medium-dark range on the 0-to-100 scale. LRV measures the percentage of visible light a color reflects. A pure black has an LRV of 0 and a pure white has an LRV of 100. Understanding a color's LRV helps you predict how it will feel in your space: higher LRV means brighter and more spacious, lower LRV means cozier and more intimate.
Undertone Analysis
Plummett has cool neutral gray undertones. Undertones are the subtle background colors that become visible in different lighting conditions. Even colors that look "neutral" in the store will reveal their undertones once they are on your walls and interacting with natural light, artificial light, and the colors around them.
A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color. Cool undertones like these pair naturally with other cool elements: gray-toned wood, chrome and silver hardware, white marble, and cool-toned textiles. They can feel disconnected from strongly warm elements like honey oak or brass, so consider your existing finishes before committing.
Lighting Behavior
Stays remarkably neutral in all conditions. The most predictable gray in the F&B range. Does not pull warm, cool, blue, green, or purple. Under all light sources, it simply reads as gray.
Every paint color looks different depending on the light source in your room. South-facing rooms get warm, direct sunlight that brings out yellow and warm undertones. North-facing rooms get cool, indirect light that emphasizes blue and gray undertones. East-facing rooms are bright and warm in the morning, cooler in the afternoon. West-facing rooms are the opposite: cool morning, warm afternoon. Incandescent and warm LED bulbs push colors warmer, while cool-white LEDs and fluorescent tubes push colors cooler. To avoid surprises, always test Plummett with a physical sample on your actual wall, and observe it at different times of day before committing.
Best Rooms for Plummett
Farrow & Ball recommends Plummett for: bathroom, bedroom, office, hallway, accent wall.
On an accent wall, Plummett creates a focal point that draws the eye and adds visual depth to the room. Pair it with a lighter color on the remaining walls for the best contrast.
Closest Matches in Other Brands
Find the closest equivalent to Farrow & Ball Plummett from other paint brands. Matches are calculated using Delta E (CIE2000), the industry standard for measuring perceptual color difference.
Benjamin Moore Matches
Rockport Gray is warmer and greener. Plummett is more neutral.
View all Benjamin Moore matches →Sherwin Williams Matches
Tinsmith is the closest SW match. Both are neutral mid-tone grays.
View all Sherwin Williams matches →Coordinating Colors
These colors pair beautifully with Plummett for a cohesive palette. Use them for trim, accents, adjacent rooms, or furniture to create a well-designed space.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Farrow & Ball Plummett is Tinsmith (SW 7657) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Tinsmith is the closest SW match. Both are neutral mid-tone grays. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart, while 2 to 4 means the difference is subtle.
Plummett has cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color. Undertones become most visible when the color is on a large surface like a wall, and they shift depending on the light source in your room. Always test with a physical sample in your specific space to see how the undertones interact with your lighting, flooring, and furnishings.
Plummett (No.272) has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24, which puts it in the medium-dark range. LRV measures the percentage of light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (pure black) to 100 (pure white). At 24, this is a darker color that creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Pair it with bright white trim for the best contrast.
Plummett leans cool. The cool neutral gray undertones give it a crisp, fresh quality. It pairs well with chrome, silver, cool-toned wood, and white marble. In south-facing rooms with warm light, the cool undertones help keep the color from feeling too warm.
Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.