Oval Room Blue (No.85)
A sophisticated, muted teal-blue named for the oval rooms in Georgian architecture. More blue than Inchyra Blue, more green than a navy. One of F&B's most distinctive and beloved colors.
About Farrow & Ball Oval Room Blue
Oval Room Blue (No.85) is a blue from Farrow & Ball's collection with an LRV of 15 and rich blue-green undertones. A sophisticated, muted teal-blue named for the oval rooms in Georgian architecture. More blue than Inchyra Blue, more green than a navy. One of F&B's most distinctive and beloved colors.
At an LRV of just 15, Oval Room Blue is a dark, dramatic color that absorbs most of the light that hits it. This makes it perfect for creating bold, moody statements on accent walls, front doors, shutters, and exterior trim. It commands attention and creates a striking contrast with white or light-colored trim. Use it where you want real visual impact. In full room applications, generous lighting and light-colored furnishings prevent the space from feeling oppressive.
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
Oval Room Blue has an LRV of 15, placing it in the 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
Oval Room Blue has rich blue-green 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 sophisticated, muted teal-blue named for the oval rooms in Georgian architecture. More blue than Inchyra Blue, more green than a navy. One of F&B's most distinctive and beloved colors. Neutral undertones give you the most flexibility in decorating. This color should coordinate well with both warm elements (wood, brass, cream) and cool elements (chrome, marble, blue-gray), making it a versatile foundation for any design direction.
Lighting Behavior
In bright natural light, the teal-blue quality is striking and beautiful. In dim rooms, it reads as a moody dark teal-gray. Under warm light, the green emerges. Under cool light, the blue dominates. A chameleon color that rewards attention.
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 Oval Room Blue with a physical sample on your actual wall, and observe it at different times of day before committing.
Best Rooms for Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball recommends Oval Room Blue for: living room, dining room, bedroom, accent wall, office.
On an accent wall, Oval Room Blue 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 Oval Room Blue from other paint brands. Matches are calculated using Delta E (CIE2000), the industry standard for measuring perceptual color difference.
Benjamin Moore Matches
Aegean Teal is lighter. Oval Room Blue is darker and more muted. Similar blue-green character.
View all Benjamin Moore matches →Sherwin Williams Matches
Pewter Green is greener. Oval Room Blue is bluer. Both are moody dark blue-greens.
View all Sherwin Williams matches →Coordinating Colors
These colors pair beautifully with Oval Room Blue 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 Oval Room Blue is Pewter Green (SW 6208) with a Delta E of 5.8, which rates as a "approximate" match. Pewter Green is greener. Oval Room Blue is bluer. Both are moody dark blue-greens. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart, while 2 to 4 means the difference is subtle.
Oval Room Blue has rich blue-green undertones. A sophisticated, muted teal-blue named for the oval rooms in Georgian architecture. More blue than Inchyra Blue, more green than a navy. One of F&B's most distinctive and beloved colors. 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.
Oval Room Blue (No.85) has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15, which puts it in the dark range. LRV measures the percentage of light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (pure black) to 100 (pure white). At 15, this is a darker color that creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Pair it with bright white trim for the best contrast.
Oval Room Blue leans neutral, with rich blue-green undertones that do not strongly push warm or cool. This makes it one of the more versatile colors in its family, pairing well with both warm and cool accent colors and finishes. In bright natural light, the teal-blue quality is striking and beautiful. In dim rooms, it reads as a moody dark teal-gray. Under warm light, the green emerges. Under cool light, the blue dominates. A chameleon color that rewards attention.
Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.