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Carolina Gull

We've categorized Carolina Gull as a versatile Neutral because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can perfect for adding character to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 13 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#858D81

LRV

27.41

Light Reflectance Value
27.41
Mid-tone
Tone
Rich
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Carolina Gull in Real Rooms

Carolina Gull has a medium LRV of 27.41 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, bedroom, dining room, living room, home office and bathroom.

7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On kitchen cabinets, Carolina Gull adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

Carolina Gull Kitchen Island

Carolina Gull Kitchen Island

@colorfulcupboardpainting

2 Bedroom Photos

Carolina Gull 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.

Carolina Gull Bedroom

Carolina Gull Bedroom

@paintcoloursuk

Carolina Gull Bedroom

Carolina Gull Bedroom

@athomewithlaur

1 Dining Room Photo

The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Carolina Gull is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.

Bm Carolina Gull Dining Room

Bm Carolina Gull Dining Room

@thdesignandremodeling

1 Living Room Photo

The beauty of Carolina Gull in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

2138-40 Hallway

2138-40 Hallway

@homemadefoodjunkie

1 Home Office Photo

To create a "library" feel in your home office, use Carolina Gull on both the walls and the built-in shelving. This monochromatic approach creates a sophisticated, academic atmosphere that makes the room feel like a true destination for thought.

Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull Home Office

Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull Home Office

@mandymilks_creative

1 Bathroom Photo

The interaction between Carolina Gull and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

Carolina Gull Bathroom Vanity

Carolina Gull Bathroom Vanity

@blue.sliver.design

Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#858D81
RGB133, 141, 129
HSL100° 5% 53%
CMYK6 0 9 45
CIE LabL: 57.7 a: -5.3 b: 5.4
XYZX: 0.23 Y: 0.26 Z: 0.24