Beetle Black vs Tar
Beetle Black and Tar are both Farrow & Ball neutrals. The gap between them is ΔE 3.7 — “very close”. Beetle Black is the lighter of the two, and Tar the warmer. Both cost about £25.60 per litre.
| Beetle Black | Tar | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #585C5D | #535353 |
| Lightness (L*) | 39 | 35 |
| Price / litre | £25.60 | £25.60 |
More Farrow & Ball comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Beetle Black’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Tar’s.