Crystalline
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Crystalline 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 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#C9D4C8
LRV
62.81
Crystalline in Real Rooms
Crystalline has a high LRV of 62.81 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, bedroom and misc.
4 Bathroom Photos
Pairing Crystalline with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.
Benjamin Moore Crystalline bathroom color
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Benjamin Moore Crystalline bathroom vanity picture
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Benjamin Moore AF-485 bathroom vanity color
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Benjamin Moore Crystalline bathroom paint
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1 Bedroom Photo
Pairing Crystalline with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
Benjamin Moore Crystalline bedroom interior
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1 Misc Photo
Note how Crystalline is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Benjamin Moore Crystalline wall paint review
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