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Benjamin Moore Shale 861

Shale

Benjamin Moore

861

About Shale by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 51.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c3bdb1

RGB: 195, 189, 177

Hue40°

Saturation13%

Lightness73%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Shale

Benjamin Moore

861

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Shale 861 a warm or cool color?
Shale by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Shale?
Shale sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Shale?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 13%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #c3bdb1. The RGB value is 195, 189, 177.
Is Shale better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Shale has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Shale?
You can match Shale 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 Shale work best in a home?
Shale 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 Shale compare to a pure white paint?
Shale is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Shale in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Shale

Benjamin Moore

861

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Shale

Benjamin Moore

861

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Shale

Benjamin Moore

861

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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Glidden

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Roycroft Mist Gray

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SW2844

Skyline Steel

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SW1015

Colonnade Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7641