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Meditation

Benjamin Moore · AF-395

The Analysis

Meditation is a grounded, mid-toned taupe that pulls in both gray and beige undertones. With an LRV of 36.75, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which creates a cozy, enclosed feeling rather than making a room feel expansive or bright.

This color is best used as a main wall color in spaces where you want a sophisticated, cohesive look. It works as a strong neutral that allows furniture and art to stand out rather than competing for attention.

LRV 37

History & Origin

This is a modern evolution of the classic 'greige' trend, moving away from flat, clinical grays. It fits well in contemporary homes that prioritize organic, earth-inspired palettes over stark white or high-contrast styles.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms or bedrooms paired with light white oak wood tones and matte black metal hardware. Avoid pairing it with cool-toned silvers, as these can make the color look muddy; stick to warmer metals like brass or oil-rubbed bronze.

The Mood

Living with this color feels stable and restful because it lacks the sharp, harsh undertones of pure gray. It provides a consistent, neutral backdrop that feels balanced and calm 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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Victorian Garden

    Benjamin Moore · 1531

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  • Brandon Beige

    Benjamin Moore · CC-530

  • Muted Sage

    Dulux

  • Stone Walls

    Behr · PPU8-19

  • Silken Clay

    Dulux

Lighting

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

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