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Benjamin Moore Temporal Spirit 965

Temporal Spirit

Benjamin Moore

965

About Temporal Spirit by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 63%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d9cfbb

RGB: 217, 207, 187

Hue40°

Saturation28%

Lightness79%

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

Is Temporal Spirit 965 a warm or cool color?
Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit?
Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit?
Brightness is about 63%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #d9cfbb. The RGB value is 217, 207, 187.
Is Temporal Spirit better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Temporal Spirit has brightness around 63%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Temporal Spirit?
You can match Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit work best in a home?
Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit compare to a pure white paint?
Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit 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 Temporal Spirit. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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