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Benjamin Moore Wild Orchid 2072-40

Wild Orchid

Benjamin Moore

2072-40

About Wild Orchid by Benjamin Moore

Wild Orchid 2072-40 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 24% and hue near 291° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 23.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #957e99

RGB: 149, 126, 153

Hue291°

Saturation12%

Lightness55%

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

Is Wild Orchid 2072-40 a warm or cool color?
Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid?
Wild Orchid sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 291°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Wild Orchid?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 291°. The hex value is #957e99. The RGB value is 149, 126, 153.
Is Wild Orchid better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Wild Orchid has brightness around 24%. 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 Wild Orchid?
You can match Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid work best in a home?
Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid compare to a pure white paint?
Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid 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 Wild Orchid. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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