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Smoked Truffle

Benjamin Moore · CSP-145

The Analysis

Smoked Truffle is a mid-toned, earthy taupe that leans heavily into brown-gray. With an LRV of 25.1, it absorbs a significant amount of light, which will make a room feel cozier and more enclosed rather than bright or airy.

It functions best as a sophisticated backdrop that recedes, allowing your furniture and art to take center stage. It is an excellent choice for a main wall color in a den or bedroom where you want a finished, intentional look without the starkness of pure gray.

LRV 25

History & Origin

This is a modern evolution of traditional earth tones, moving away from the yellow-based beiges of the early 2000s. It fits well in contemporary homes that prioritize natural, raw materials over period-specific ornamentation.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

This color excels in studies or primary bedrooms where you want to emphasize comfort. Pair it with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to lean into its organic, modern side.

The Mood

This shade provides a grounded, stable feeling that is inherently restful. Because it lacks high-energy undertones, it’s a great choice for areas where you want to signal to your brain that it is time to slow down.

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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