Liquorice vs Tar
Liquorice and Tar are both Farrow & Ball neutrals. The gap between them is ΔE 3.4 — “very close”. Tar is the lighter of the two, and Liquorice the warmer. Both cost about £25.60 per litre.
| Liquorice | Tar | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #4A4949 | #535353 |
| Lightness (L*) | 31 | 35 |
| Price / litre | £25.60 | £25.60 |
More Farrow & Ball comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Liquorice’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Tar’s.