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Benjamin Moore Buckhorn 987

Buckhorn

Benjamin Moore

987

About Buckhorn by Benjamin Moore

Buckhorn 987 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 18% and hue near 33° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 18%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #84735e

RGB: 132, 115, 94

Hue33°

Saturation17%

Lightness44%

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These are close matches to Buckhorn from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Buckhorn looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Buckhorn 987 a warm or cool color?
Buckhorn by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Buckhorn?
Buckhorn sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Buckhorn?
Brightness is about 18%. Saturation is around 17%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 44%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #84735e. The RGB value is 132, 115, 94.
Is Buckhorn better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Buckhorn has brightness around 18%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Buckhorn?
You can match Buckhorn with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Buckhorn work best in a home?
Buckhorn works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Buckhorn compare to a pure white paint?
Buckhorn is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Buckhorn in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Buckhorn in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Buckhorn. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Buckhorn. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.