Windswept
Benjamin Moore · OC-94
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The Analysis
Windswept is a high-LRV off-white, meaning it reflects nearly 87% of the light that hits it. It will make any room feel significantly brighter and more spacious by bouncing light around rather than absorbing it.
This is a quintessential main wall colour. It acts as an effective, unobtrusive backdrop that allows your furniture and art to be the focal point rather than competing with the walls.
LRV 87History & Origin
This shade leans modern and fresh. It avoids the heavy creaminess of traditional period paints, fitting perfectly into current trends that prioritize clean, airy, and uncluttered interiors.
How to Use It
It works best in rooms where you want a crisp finish, such as kitchens or living areas. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the space and prevent it from feeling too stark.
The Mood
Living with this colour feels clean and stable. Because it is a neutral off-white without aggressive yellow or grey undertones, it provides a restful, low-stimulation background for daily life.
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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