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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

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Light Reflectance Value
85.08
Light
TemperatureWarm
Tone
Bright
UseInterior & Exterior

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. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. 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

Bedroom walls in Alabaster create serene, restful sleeping environments.

@my.thrifty.reno

Oc-129 Bedroom

Bedroom walls painted Alabaster complement soft furnishings and natural light.

@interior_by_my_petit_world_

Benjamin Moore Alabaster Bedroom

Bedroom surfaces in Alabaster provide tranquil, minimalist design backdrops.

@my_petit_world

Oc-129 Bedroom

Bedroom walls in Alabaster enhance the calming atmosphere of rest spaces.

@my_petit_world

Alabaster Bedroom

Walls painted Alabaster establish clean, cohesive looks in master bedrooms.

@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

House exterior in Alabaster creates pristine, timeless curb appeal.

@oakandpinehomes

Bm Alabaster Exterior

Exterior walls finished in Alabaster brighten traditional home facades.

@oakandpinehomes

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

Painted dresser in Alabaster creates a soft, neutral focal point.

@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

Hallway walls in Alabaster enhance brightness and spaciousness.

@albanypropainting

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Color Codes

HEX#F2EFE8
RGB242, 239, 232
HSL42° 28% 93%
CMYK0 1 4 5
CIE LabL: 94.5 a: -0.2 b: 3.7
XYZX: 0.82 Y: 0.86 Z: 0.89