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Benjamin Moore Mountain Moss 2142-30

Mountain Moss

Benjamin Moore

2142-30

About Mountain Moss by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 16%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #757055

RGB: 117, 112, 85

Hue51°

Saturation16%

Lightness40%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Mountain Moss 2142-30 a warm or cool color?
Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss?
Mountain Moss sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 51°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mountain Moss?
Brightness is about 16%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 40%. Hue is close to 51°. The hex value is #757055. The RGB value is 117, 112, 85.
Is Mountain Moss better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mountain Moss has brightness around 16%. 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 Mountain Moss?
You can match Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss work best in a home?
Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss compare to a pure white paint?
Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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