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Silky Smooth

Benjamin Moore · 1373

The Analysis

Silky Smooth is an off-white with a warm, fleshy undertone that prevents a room from feeling sterile. With an LRV of 77.84, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps open up smaller spaces without the harsh glare of a pure, cool white.

This is an ideal candidate for a main wall colour throughout a home, acting as a versatile neutral that ties different rooms together. It functions best as a foundational base, allowing your furniture and artwork to provide the visual interest.

LRV 78

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, edited aesthetic rather than a specific period style. Its subtle warmth makes it a contemporary choice for updating traditional floor plans or softening the edges of a new build.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

It works best in rooms with natural light, where the undertones can fully bloom. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels balanced and grounded rather than clinical. It provides a restful, stable backdrop that keeps a room feeling clean without being overly stimulating or cold.

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

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  • Pastel China

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Lighting

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

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