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Abalone

Benjamin Moore · 2108-60

The Analysis

Abalone is a soft, mid-toned gray with distinct warm, stony undertones that prevent it from feeling clinical. With an LRV of 62.6, it reflects a moderate amount of light, effectively softening bright rooms without making small spaces feel cramped or cave-like.

Abalone serves as a versatile, go-to wall color for open-concept layouts. It acts as a neutral canvas that allows furniture and art to stand out rather than competing with the walls.

LRV 63

History & Origin

This shade leans modern and contemporary, fitting perfectly into current design trends that favor refined, neutral palettes. It lacks the heavy, moody historical character of deeper period colors, offering a cleaner, more updated feel.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

It works best in living rooms or bedrooms where you want a sophisticated, low-contrast look. Pair it with light-to-medium oak wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the space, or choose brushed brass if you want to emphasize its warmer, stony undertones.

The Mood

This color provides a balanced, restful backdrop that feels professional and tidy. It is a stable, neutral choice that doesn’t demand attention, making it ideal for high-traffic areas where you want a calm environment.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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