Silken Moss 237 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #82704F, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Outrigger from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #82704F · 237
Silken Moss
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Silken Moss Technical Profile
HEX Code#82704F
RGB130, 112, 79
Estimated LRV16.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Silken Moss
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silken Moss
#82704F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949B69
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silken Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silken Moss Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Silken Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silken Moss have?
Silken Moss by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Silken Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silken Moss are Outrigger by PPG (a close digital match), Raw Umber by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Leather Loafers by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silken Moss's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Silken Moss?
Silken Moss has a estimated lightness value of 16.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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