Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis77% Match SimilaritySave $93 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball Pigeon
vs Magnolia Home Duke Gray
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Pigeon (No. 25)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 5.28
Original (luxury)$145/gal
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball (No. 25)
HEX: #94968C โข LRV: 34
Budget Dupe (budget)$52/gal
Duke Gray
Magnolia Home (JG-04)
HEX: #8F9696 โข LRV: 31
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Light Reflectance difference is only 3%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $93/gal (64%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball Pigeon | Magnolia Home Duke Gray | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #94968C | #8F9696 | ΔE 5.28 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 148, 150, 140 | 143, 150, 150 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 34% | 31% | Only 3% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Blue-Gray, Muted Green, British Countryside | True Pewter, Cool Concrete, Weathered Stone | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $52 | Save $93/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $520 | Save $930 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Magnolia Home Marquee/Premium tinted to Duke Gray (JG-04). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball Pigeon (No. 25)."