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Benjamin Moore Carbon Copy 2117-10

Carbon Copy

Benjamin Moore

2117-10

About Carbon Copy by Benjamin Moore

Carbon Copy 2117-10 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 4% and hue near 320° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

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Brightness: 3.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #383537

RGB: 56, 53, 55

Hue320°

Saturation3%

Lightness21%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Carbon Copy

Benjamin Moore

2117-10

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Carbon Copy 2117-10 a warm or cool color?
Carbon Copy by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Carbon Copy?
Carbon Copy sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 320°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Carbon Copy?
Brightness is about 4%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 21%. Hue is close to 320°. The hex value is #383537. The RGB value is 56, 53, 55.
Is Carbon Copy better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Carbon Copy has brightness around 4%. 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 Carbon Copy?
You can match Carbon Copy 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 Carbon Copy work best in a home?
Carbon Copy 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 Carbon Copy compare to a pure white paint?
Carbon Copy is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Carbon Copy in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Carbon Copy

Benjamin Moore

2117-10

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Carbon Copy

Benjamin Moore

2117-10

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Carbon Copy

Benjamin Moore

2117-10

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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