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Benjamin Moore Smoked Oyster 2109-40

Smoked Oyster

Benjamin Moore

2109-40

About Smoked Oyster by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 22.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #8e7f79

RGB: 142, 127, 121

Hue17°

Saturation9%

Lightness52%

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

Is Smoked Oyster 2109-40 a warm or cool color?
Smoked Oyster by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Smoked Oyster?
Smoked Oyster sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 17°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Smoked Oyster?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 17°. The hex value is #8e7f79. The RGB value is 142, 127, 121.
Is Smoked Oyster better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Smoked Oyster has brightness around 22%. 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 Smoked Oyster?
You can match Smoked Oyster 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 Smoked Oyster work best in a home?
Smoked Oyster 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 Smoked Oyster compare to a pure white paint?
Smoked Oyster is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Smoked Oyster 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 Smoked Oyster 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 Smoked Oyster. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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