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Cocoa Butter

Benjamin Moore · 1023

The Analysis

Cocoa Butter is a warm, light-reflecting neutral that prevents a room from feeling sterile. With an LRV of 71.78, it bounces enough light to make smaller rooms feel open while providing enough pigment to avoid the 'washed-out' look of stark white.

This is an ideal 'whole-house' neutral that works perfectly as a primary wall color. It serves as a reliable backdrop that allows furniture and art to stand out without competing for attention.

LRV 72

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, updated take on classic heritage neutrals. It avoids the dated yellow undertones of 1990s creams, feeling instead like a fresh, contemporary staple.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms and bedrooms where you want a relaxed atmosphere. Pair it with medium-to-dark wood tones for contrast, and use matte black hardware to modernize the overall look.

The Mood

Living with this color feels stable and grounded. It is restful and balanced, offering a quiet warmth that feels comfortable and inviting without being overly stimulating.

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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