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Oak Ridge

Benjamin Moore · 235

The Analysis

Oak Ridge is a mid-toned, earthy tan that creates a grounded, solid feeling in a room. With an LRV of 43.24, it absorbs a fair amount of light rather than reflecting it, which can make a large space feel more intimate and cozy rather than spacious and airy.

It functions best as a warm, neutral backdrop that pulls the room together without demanding too much attention. Use it on main walls to create a cohesive foundation that allows your furniture and art to stand out.

LRV 43

History & Origin

This color channels a classic heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of traditional craftsman homes and natural, non-toxic pigment palettes. It provides a timeless look that avoids the fleeting trends of stark greys or clinical whites.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones like oak or walnut and oil-rubbed bronze or matte black fixtures. Use it in living rooms or studies where you want a sense of permanence and comfort.

The Mood

This is a stable, consistent color that feels restful and predictable to live with. It lacks the harshness of bright whites or the intensity of dark tones, making it an excellent choice for a low-stress, quiet 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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