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Opal

Benjamin Moore · OC-73

The Analysis

Opal is a high-LRV (84.91) off-white, meaning it reflects nearly 85% of the light that hits it. This effectively bounces illumination around a room, making small or cramped spaces feel significantly more open and airy.

This is a quintessential main wall color. It serves as a perfect, low-contrast backdrop that allows your furniture, artwork, and textiles to take center stage without competing for attention.

LRV 85

History & Origin

Opal fits a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a period look. It avoids the heavy yellowing common in older, traditional creams, making it a reliable choice for contemporary updates.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

It excels in rooms that need a boost of brightness, such as hallways or kitchens. Pair it with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak or cool metals like matte black to maintain a crisp, sharp contrast.

The Mood

Living with Opal feels clean and steady. Because it is a neutral off-white without aggressive yellow or grey undertones, it provides a restful, non-distracting backdrop that keeps a home feeling organized.

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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  • Morning
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