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Plaster of Paris®

Benjamin Moore · CSP-185

The Analysis

Plaster of Paris acts as a warm, neutral base that prevents a room from feeling stark or clinical. With an LRV of 74.52, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller or darker rooms feel more open and airy without the glare of a pure white.

This is a quintessential main wall color designed to be a subtle backdrop. It is versatile enough to tie together open-concept floor plans while remaining quiet enough to let your furniture and artwork stand out.

LRV 75

History & Origin

It leans toward a classic, heritage look, reminiscent of traditional lime washes or aged plaster walls found in historic properties. It bridges the gap between old-world textures and modern clean lines.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

This shade works best in living rooms and bedrooms where you want a soft, welcoming feel. Pair it with warm wood tones like oak or walnut and matte black hardware to keep the space looking contemporary and sharp.

The Mood

Living with this color is restful and steady; it provides a consistent, calm background that doesn't demand your attention. Because it leans toward a warm, stony undertone, it feels grounded rather than sterile, making it easy to live with long-term.

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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