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Benjamin Moore Wildwood Crest 1538

Wildwood Crest

Benjamin Moore

1538

About Wildwood Crest by Benjamin Moore

Wildwood Crest 1538 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 43° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 25.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #918a78

RGB: 145, 138, 120

Hue43°

Saturation10%

Lightness52%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Wildwood Crest 1538 a warm or cool color?
Wildwood Crest by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Wildwood Crest?
Wildwood Crest sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Wildwood Crest?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #918a78. The RGB value is 145, 138, 120.
Is Wildwood Crest better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Wildwood Crest has brightness around 26%. 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 Wildwood Crest?
You can match Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest work best in a home?
Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest compare to a pure white paint?
Wildwood Crest is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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