Benjamin Moore Silver Lake (1598) is a serene, mid-tone cool gray with distinct blue undertones. Reminiscent of a calm body of water, this soft and muted blue-gray shifts beautifully in different lighting, offering a clean, spa-like atmosphere.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 1598 |
| HEX Code | #C0C6C5 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 54.82 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Silver, Gray |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, East |
| Best For | Bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, home offices |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This serene gray hue applied to bedroom walls, paired with brushed nickel and white oak.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, diffused eastern morning light
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17
- Flooring:Light white oak planks
- Textiles:Crisp white linen bedding and a chunky knit charcoal throw
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed nickel
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test layout: A calming silver-gray tone enhancing a honed marble vanity and polished chrome bathroom fixtures.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, indirect daylight from a frosted skylight
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace OC-65
- Key Materials:Honed Carrara marble vanity
- Hardware Finishes:Polished chrome fixtures
- Styling Pro Tips:Add eucalyptus branches in a clear glass vase
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A versatile cool neutral wall shade contrasting beautifully with a navy velvet sofa and antiqued brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, directional late afternoon sunlight
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Decorator's White CC-20
- Flooring:Dark walnut herringbone wood
- Furniture Style:Transitional velvet sofa in deep navy
- Hardware Finishes:Antiqued brass accents
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital material board: This grounded gray paint provides a focused backdrop for bleached ash wood and matte black metals.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool, consistent north-facing window light
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-117
- Key Materials:Bleached ash wood desk
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black metal task lamp
- Styling Pro Tips:Stack architectural design books and a ceramic mug
Complementary Paint Colors
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