Benjamin Moore Distant Gray (OC-68) is a crisp, bright off-white with a subtle cool blue-gray undertone. Despite its name, it reads primarily as a clean white, perfect for modern spaces, trim, and ceilings where a stark, icy finish is desired.
Will Distant Gray clash with your room?
Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | OC-68 |
| HEX Code | #F2F4F1 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 88.14 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Green |
| Use | Interior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Trim, ceilings, modern living rooms, bathrooms, gallery walls |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: Icy white trim framing soft gray walls, paired with modern bleached oak flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool northern light
- Wall Color Pairing:BM Coventry Gray
- Flooring:Bleached oak
- Vibe:Contemporary
- Architectural Details:Minimalist baseboards
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A stark, cool-toned ceiling application reflecting bright skylight over an industrial polished concrete floor.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright overhead skylight
- Wall Color Pairing:BM Decorator's White
- Architectural Details:Exposed steel beams
- Key Materials:Polished concrete
- Vibe:Industrial Loft
Complementary Paint Colors
Material mockup: A cool, brilliant white wall backdrop contrasting sharply with black leather and chrome accents.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Harsh dramatic sunlight
- Key Materials:Black leather, chrome
- Flooring:Terrazzo
- Vibe:Mid-Century Modern
- Styling Pro Tips:Embrace high contrast with black accents
Digital visualization: Crisp, cool walls in a modern bathroom paired with high-contrast matte black fixtures.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft frosted window light
- Tile Selection:Matte black hex tile
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black
- Plumbing Fixtures:Freestanding white tub
- Vibe:Spa-like Modern
Design mockup: A pristine, cool-toned gallery wall backdrop highlighting monochrome art and light maple flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional track lighting
- Frame Finishes:Thin black metal, natural ash
- Art Style:Abstract monochrome
- Flooring:Light maple
- Vibe:Curated Gallery
Room Compatibility & Clashes Diagnoses
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