Color spec
| Brand | Farrow & Ball |
| Name | Dimity |
| SKU | No. 2008 |
| Hex | #E5DABD |
| RGB | 229, 218, 189 |
| HSL | 43°, 43%, 82% |
| LRV | 76 |
| Undertone | warm red-orange tone |
| Family | Neutral |
What Color Is Dimity, Really?
Dimity (No. 2008) is a warm cream. With an LRV of 76 it sits just below true white, so it reads as a soft, light color that bounces plenty of light around a room without the flat glare a stark white can give. Its hue leans yellow, and there is enough color in it (a moderate saturation, not a barely-there tint) that it holds a real creamy warmth rather than looking like an off-white by accident.
Farrow & Ball built its reputation on this shade for sunny rooms, where its warmth turns golden instead of harsh. That warmth, plus the fact that it works from morning to evening, is why it stays a repeat pick.
It suits older homes, cottages and any space that feels cold or north-facing, and anyone who wants light walls that still feel soft and lived-in rather than clinical.
Dimity's undertone is warm. Its hue sits in the yellow band, so most of the time it reads as a gentle creamy yellow rather than pink or gray. Underneath that yellow there is a thread of red warmth, which is why in low warm light it can flash a soft putty or faint pink note instead of going purely golden.
The saturation here is moderate, not faint, so this is a genuine warm cream and not a near-neutral off-white. The warmth will actually show on your wall, especially over a large area where color builds on itself.
Test it against a true white trim like All White (No. 2005) or Strong White (No. 2001). Next to a crisp white, Dimity's cream and yellow become obvious. Against magnolia or a builder beige it can look cleaner and less yellow, so always judge it beside whatever it will actually sit next to.
Best Rooms and Uses for Dimity
Dimity is a whole-home light color. At LRV 76 it works as an all-over wall color that keeps rooms feeling open, and its warmth makes it especially good in the rooms people find cold: north-facing living rooms, hallways with little natural light, and small spaces where a warm light shade broadens the walls.
It is a strong ceiling and trim option as well when you want a soft, unified envelope instead of white-on-color contrast. On kitchen cabinets it gives a creamy, traditional look that pairs well with wood worktops and warm brass.
Outside, its warmth suits cottage renders, older masonry and porch ceilings, though on a sunny exterior it will read quite golden. As a front door color it is too light to make a statement on its own, so save the drama for a deeper coordinating color and let Dimity handle the walls and trim.
How Lighting Changes Dimity
With an LRV of 76, Dimity is a light color, so it reflects a lot of what hits it and takes on the character of your light source. In north-facing rooms, where daylight runs cool and blue, that warmth is an asset: it takes the chill off and stops the space feeling gray. Expect a softer, milkier cream there rather than a bright one.
South-facing rooms flood it with warm light and push it toward glowing gold, which is exactly the sunny-room use it is known for. East light makes it warm and bright in the morning, then quieter by afternoon. West light does the reverse, going richest in the evening.
Bulbs matter too. Warm white bulbs (2700K) deepen the yellow and can tip it toward pink. Cooler bulbs (4000K and up) calm the warmth and make it read more like a plain soft cream.
Most complaints about Dimity are a light mismatch. Upload a photo of your actual room and see it on your walls — then ask for the same wall in north light or evening lamps before you buy a single sample.
TEST IT IN YOUR LIGHT →Dimity vs Similar Colors
Farrow's Cream (No. 67, LRV 70) is the deeper, more saturated cousin. It reads as an obvious buttery yellow, where Dimity is lighter and more restrained, so choose Farrow's Cream when you actually want a yellow room and Dimity when you want a warm light neutral that only hints at it.
Pale Hound (No. 71, LRV 72) has more of a green-yellow cast, giving it a slightly zesty, sharper feel next to Dimity's softer, pinker warmth. In cool north light Pale Hound can look a little sallow, while Dimity stays gentler.
Lime White (No. 1, LRV 72) is a muted, chalky off-white with a green-gray undertone. It is far more neutral than Dimity and lacks the cream, so pick Lime White for a barely-there quiet backdrop and Dimity when you specifically want that warm, sunny glow on the wall.
Colors That Go With Dimity
For trim and ceilings, Strong White (No. 2001, LRV 81) keeps things warm and quiet, so the line between wall and trim stays soft rather than sharp. If you want a touch more crispness, All White (No. 2005, LRV 84) is the cleaner choice.
For an adjoining wall or a color-drenched second room, Skimming Stone (No. 241, LRV 65) is a warm greige that steps down from Dimity without clashing, and Setting Plaster (No. 231, LRV 56) adds a soft pink-plaster warmth that flatters the cream.
For contrast and depth, use a dark coordinating color on cabinetry, a front door or a feature: Hague Blue (No. 30, LRV 6) is a classic deep teal-blue against cream, while Card Room Green (No. 79, LRV 26) gives a muted sage accent. Warm woods, rattan and brass hardware all sit naturally with Dimity's yellow warmth.
Need It From Another Brand?
Any paint counter can custom-tint Farrow & Ball No. 2008 directly — but if you would rather stay in one brand's own deck, these are the closest stock matches:
Similar Farrow & Ball colors
closest in the Farrow & Ball deckThe nearest shades to Dimity within Farrow & Ball's own range, ranked by perceptual color distance — useful when you want the same look a touch lighter, darker, or warmer.
Coordinated palette
Generated by hue-rotating #E5DABD in HSL space. Pair Dimity with one accent and one neutral — the swatches below are starting points, not final picks.
Accessibility (WCAG contrast)
WCAG 2.1: AA = 4.5:1 normal text · AA Large = 3:1 large text · AAA = 7:1 normal text.
The Questions Everyone Asks
Is Dimity warm or cool?
Dimity is a warm color. Its hue sits in the yellow range and it carries a thread of red warmth underneath, so it reads as a soft creamy yellow that can flash a faint pink in warm light. There is nothing cool or gray about it, which is why Farrow & Ball recommends it for rooms that feel cold or north-facing.
What trim white goes with Dimity?
Strong White (No. 2001), at LRV 81, is a natural trim partner because it is warm enough to sit beside Dimity without looking cold, keeping woodwork soft and cohesive. If you prefer a cleaner, brighter line between wall and trim, All White (No. 2005), at LRV 84, gives more contrast while still avoiding a harsh blue-white edge.
Does Dimity work on cabinets and exteriors?
Yes. On kitchen cabinets Dimity gives a creamy, traditional look that pairs well with wood worktops and brass hardware. Outside it suits cottage renders, older masonry and porch ceilings, though on a bright, sunny elevation its warmth will read quite golden, so test a large sample on the actual wall before committing.
What does Dimity's LRV of 76 mean in practice?
An LRV of 76 means Dimity reflects a high amount of light, sitting just below true white. In practice it keeps rooms feeling bright and open and helps small or dark spaces feel larger, while its warmth stops it from looking flat or clinical. It behaves as a whole-home light color rather than a bold statement shade.
How is Dimity different from Farrow's Cream?
Farrow's Cream (No. 67), at LRV 70, is deeper and more saturated, so it reads as an obvious buttery yellow room. Dimity is lighter and more restrained, showing warmth without committing to a full yellow. Choose Farrow's Cream when you want the walls to look distinctly yellow, and Dimity when you want a warm light neutral that only hints at it.
Should I sample Dimity before painting?
Yes, always. Because Dimity is warm and light, it shifts noticeably between north and south light and between warm and cool bulbs, going golden in sun and softer in cool light. Paint a large sample, view it at different times of day, and place it next to your trim and flooring so you can judge the real warmth before you commit.
Will It Work in YOUR Room?
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