Benjamin Moore Desert Twilight is a versatile, mid-tone gray blended with earthy olive and brown undertones. With an LRV of 26.6, this grounding, masculine hue mirrors the romantic haze of nightfall, shifting beautifully between weathered gray and subdued green-brown.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2137-40 |
| HEX Code | #8D8C7F |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 26.6 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Olive Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Brown, Khaki |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Living Rooms, Exterior Siding, Home Offices, Cabinetry, Earthy Interiors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: An earthy greige hue applied to living room walls, paired with cognac leather and European oak.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, diffused afternoon daylight through large linen shades
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Flooring:Wide plank European oak
- Furniture Material:Cognac leather and bouclé
- Textiles:Chunky wool rug
- Accents:Matte black metal fixtures
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A muddy taupe applied to exterior lap siding, accented by natural stone veneer and knotty alder.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp morning sunlight casting gentle shadows
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
- Architectural Accents:Natural dry-stacked stone veneer
- Roof Material:Architectural asphalt shingles in weathered wood
- Front Door:Stained knotty alder
- Landscaping:Ornamental grasses
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital color test: A sophisticated taupe tone applied to office walls, enhanced by olive green velvet and walnut.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional task lighting mixed with soft ambient daylight
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
- Flooring:Herringbone white oak
- Furniture Style:Minimalist walnut desk
- Chair Material:Olive green velvet
- Accents:Brass desk lamp
Complementary Paint Colors
Color visualization: A warm earthy shade applied to kitchen cabinets, paired with soapstone countertops and terracotta tiles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, even kitchen lighting with under-cabinet glow
- Wall Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Hardware Finish:Antique brass
- Countertop Material:Soapstone
- Backsplash:Zellige square tiles in creamy off-white
- Flooring:Terracotta hex tiles
Complementary Paint Colors
Design board: A muddy organic tone applied to plaster-textured walls, complemented by matte terracotta and raw wood.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, warm golden hour sunlight casting long shadows
- Ceiling Color:Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
- Flooring:Matte terracotta tiles
- Textiles:Olive green linen
- Furniture Material:Raw edge wood
- Accents:Hand-thrown ceramic pottery
Complementary Paint Colors
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