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Through the Looking Glass

Benjamin Moore · CSP-495

The Analysis

Through the Looking Glass is a balanced, neutral gray that sits right in the middle of the brightness scale with an LRV of 50.8. Because it isn't too dark or too light, it acts as a steady anchor that neither shrinks a room nor makes it feel starkly clinical.

This is a versatile 'workhorse' neutral that functions best as a primary wall color. It serves as a quiet backdrop that lets your furniture and decor take center stage without competing for attention.

LRV 51

History & Origin

This color aligns with a modern, contemporary aesthetic. It avoids the yellow or blue undertones common in older, period-specific paints, favoring a clean, architectural look.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

This shade works well in living rooms and home offices. Pair it with warm walnut wood tones to add depth or matte black hardware to create a sharp, high-contrast modern finish.

The Mood

Living with this color feels stable and grounded. It is a restful, low-stimulation shade that removes visual clutter, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to maintain focus and calm.

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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