Alabaster
Often used for its bright and airy qualities, Alabaster remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. We've gathered 14 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#F2EFE8
LRV
85.08
Alabaster in Real Rooms
Alabaster has a high LRV of 85.08 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, house, misc and living room.
5 Bedroom Photos
Alabaster creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Alabaster Bedroom
@my.thrifty.reno
Oc-129 Bedroom
@interior_by_my_petit_world_
Benjamin Moore Alabaster Bedroom
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Oc-129 Bedroom
@my_petit_world
Alabaster Bedroom
@my_petit_world
2 House Photos
Alabaster on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.
Alabaster House Exterior
@oakandpinehomes
Bm Alabaster Exterior
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6 Misc Photos
See how Alabaster is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Alabaster Painted Furniture
@risingphoenixrefinishings
1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Alabaster creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Benjamin Moore Alabaster Hallway
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