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Benjamin Moore Elk Horn AF-105

Elk Horn

Benjamin Moore

AF-105

About Elk Horn by Benjamin Moore

Elk Horn AF-105 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 24% and hue near 37° 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: 24.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #978568

RGB: 151, 133, 104

Hue37°

Saturation18%

Lightness50%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk Horn

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Elk Horn AF-105 a warm or cool color?
Elk Horn 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 Horn?
Elk Horn sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 37°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Elk Horn?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 50%. Hue is close to 37°. The hex value is #978568. The RGB value is 151, 133, 104.
Is Elk Horn better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Elk Horn has brightness around 24%. 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 Horn?
You can match Elk Horn 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 Horn work best in a home?
Elk Horn 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 Horn compare to a pure white paint?
Elk Horn 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 Horn in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Elk Horn

Benjamin Moore

AF-105

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk Horn

Benjamin Moore

AF-105

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elk Horn

Benjamin Moore

AF-105

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