Cumulus Cloud
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Cumulus Cloud 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 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#C5C1B8
LRV
52.31
Cumulus Cloud in Real Rooms
Cumulus Cloud has a medium-high LRV of 52.31 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, dining room, living room, kitchen and misc.
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Cumulus Cloud 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.
Kitchen cabinetry in Cumulus Cloud provides bright, airy sophistication.
@rhoden_rollersllc
Cabinet doors finished in Cumulus Cloud brighten the entire kitchen.
@middlesisterdesignstudio
2 Dining Room Photos
In a formal dining room, Cumulus Cloud provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
Dining room walls in Cumulus Cloud enhance natural light beautifully.
@enamour_home
Dining room walls in Cumulus Cloud establish an open, spacious feel.
@housesellerhomemaker
1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Cumulus Cloud 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.
Hallway walls painted in Cumulus Cloud create a welcoming transition.
@enamour_home
1 Kitchen Photo
Cumulus Cloud is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Kitchen walls in Cumulus Cloud offer clean, contemporary appeal.
@michael_kaser
2 Misc Photos
These examples of Cumulus Cloud in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Painted cabinets in Cumulus Cloud brighten and modernize storage.
@jamierobinsbespoke
Storage units finished in Cumulus Cloud add subtle, sophisticated style.
@jamierobinsbespoke
