Coastal Fog
Coastal Fog is a versatile and reflective Gray from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 9 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#CAC4B0
LRV
52.71
Coastal Fog in Real Rooms
Coastal Fog has a medium-high LRV of 52.71 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, house, bathroom and kitchen cabinets.
2 Living Room Photos
Choosing Coastal Fog for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Benjamin Moore Coastal Fog living room
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Benjamin Moore Coastal Fog wall paint
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3 House Photos
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Coastal Fog 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.
Florentine Plaster house exterior
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Florentine Plaster exterior paint
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Benjamin Moore Florentine Plaster exterior paint
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3 Bathroom Photos
The psychology of Coastal Fog in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Benjamin Moore Florentine Plaster bathroom
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Benjamin Moore Florentine Plaster bathroom color
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Benjamin Moore Coastal Fog bathroom color
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
On kitchen cabinets, Coastal Fog 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.
Benjamin Moore Coastal Fog kitchen cabinets color
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