Chestertown Buff
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Chestertown Buff remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 19 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#DDBF86
LRV
52.88
Chestertown Buff in Real Rooms
Chestertown Buff has a medium-high LRV of 52.88 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, bedroom, misc, dining room, living room, bathroom and house.
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Chestertown Buff on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Chestertown Buff kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff kitchen cabinets color
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4 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Chestertown Buff suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff bedroom
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff bedroom paint review
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff bedroom paint
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Chestertown Buff adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff wall paint review
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff accent wall
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3 Dining Room Photos
For an "all-day" dining room, Chestertown Buff is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff dining room interior
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Chestertown Buff dining room interior
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Chestertown Buff dining room color
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5 Living Room Photos
Chestertown Buff provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Chestertown Buff hallway accent wall
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff hallway paint
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff hallway color
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff living room paint
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Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff living room interior
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1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Chestertown Buff provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff bathroom vanity color
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1 House Photo
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Chestertown Buff is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff exterior color
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