Off Black vs Smelt Black
Off Black and Smelt Black are both Farrow & Ball neutrals. The gap between them is ΔE 3.9 — “very close”. Off Black is the lighter of the two, and Smelt Black the warmer. Both cost about £25.60 per litre.
| Off Black | Smelt Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #454749 | #3C3C3C |
| Lightness (L*) | 30 | 25 |
| Price / litre | £25.60 | £25.60 |
More Farrow & Ball comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Off Black’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Smelt Black’s.