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Buckhorn

Benjamin Moore · CC-510

The Analysis

Buckhorn is a deep, earthy brown with strong grey undertones. With an LRV of 17.98, it absorbs a significant amount of light, which will make a room feel smaller, cozier, and more contained rather than airy or spacious.

This is a sophisticated, high-impact choice that functions best as an anchor. Use it as a dramatic backdrop for a study, a moody bedroom, or as a bold accent wall to add depth to a neutral space.

LRV 18

History & Origin

Buckhorn leans into a classic, heritage-inspired aesthetic. It mimics the deep, wood-rich palettes found in traditional studies and libraries from the early 20th century.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

Pair this with warm white trim to create contrast, and lean into natural textures like walnut wood or matte black hardware. It performs best in rooms with controlled lighting where you want to emphasize a sense of intimacy.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels grounded and stable. It is a restful, quiet color that lacks the visual clutter of brighter tones, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to signal to your brain that it is time to wind down.

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.

Brand Matches

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Lighting

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

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