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Benjamin Moore Pearl River 871

Pearl River

Benjamin Moore

871

About Pearl River by Benjamin Moore

Pearl River 871 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 73% and hue near 160° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 73.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #dcdfde

RGB: 220, 223, 222

Hue160°

Saturation5%

Lightness87%

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

Is Pearl River 871 a warm or cool color?
Pearl River by Benjamin Moore is a neutral light color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Pearl River?
Pearl River sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 160°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Pearl River?
Brightness is about 73%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 160°. The hex value is #dcdfde. The RGB value is 220, 223, 222.
Is Pearl River better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Pearl River has brightness around 73%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Pearl River?
You can match Pearl River 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 Pearl River work best in a home?
Pearl River is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft neutral backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Pearl River compare to a pure white paint?
Pearl River is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and light 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 Pearl River 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 Pearl River 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 Pearl River. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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