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Benjamin Moore Elk CC-362

Elk

Benjamin Moore

CC-362

About Elk by Benjamin Moore

Elk CC-362 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 32° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 28.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a58d72

RGB: 165, 141, 114

Hue32°

Saturation22%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk

Benjamin Moore

CC-362

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Elk CC-362 a warm or cool color?
Elk 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 Elk?
Elk sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Elk?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #a58d72. The RGB value is 165, 141, 114.
Is Elk better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Elk has brightness around 28%. 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 Elk?
You can match Elk 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 Elk work best in a home?
Elk 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 Elk compare to a pure white paint?
Elk 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 Elk in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Elk

Benjamin Moore

CC-362

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk

Benjamin Moore

CC-362

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk

Benjamin Moore

CC-362

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Double Latte

Sherwin Williams

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Sandy Ridge

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SW7535

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Nearly Brown

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SW9093

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