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Benjamin Moore Dark Buff CSP-320

Dark Buff

Benjamin Moore

CSP-320

About Dark Buff by Benjamin Moore

Dark Buff CSP-320 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 35% and hue near 27° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 35.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b99b82

RGB: 185, 155, 130

Hue27°

Saturation28%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Dark Buff

Benjamin Moore

CSP-320

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Dark Buff CSP-320 a warm or cool color?
Dark Buff 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 Dark Buff?
Dark Buff sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 27°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dark Buff?
Brightness is about 35%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 27°. The hex value is #b99b82. The RGB value is 185, 155, 130.
Is Dark Buff better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dark Buff has brightness around 35%. 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 Dark Buff?
You can match Dark Buff 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 Dark Buff work best in a home?
Dark Buff 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 Dark Buff compare to a pure white paint?
Dark Buff 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 Dark Buff in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Dark Buff

Benjamin Moore

CSP-320

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Dark Buff

Benjamin Moore

CSP-320

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Dark Buff

Benjamin Moore

CSP-320

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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