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Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull 2138-40

Carolina Gull

Benjamin Moore

2138-40

About Carolina Gull by Benjamin Moore

Carolina Gull 2138-40 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 100° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 25.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #858d81

RGB: 133, 141, 129

Hue100°

Saturation5%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Carolina Gull 2138-40 a warm or cool color?
Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull?
Carolina Gull sits in the green family. Its hue is about 100°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Carolina Gull?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 100°. The hex value is #858d81. The RGB value is 133, 141, 129.
Is Carolina Gull better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Carolina Gull has brightness around 26%. 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 Carolina Gull?
You can match Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull work best in a home?
Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull compare to a pure white paint?
Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull 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 Carolina Gull. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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