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Dakota Shadow

Name: Benjamin Moore Dakota Shadow 448
Brand: Benjamin Moore

Dakota Shadow is a genuinely dark Green from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 13 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#515D51

LRV

11.60

Light Reflectance Value

11.60

Dark

Tone

GroundingRichTimeless

UseInterior & Exterior

Collection

Benjamin Moore Classics® Color Collection Woodluxe® Exterior Wood Stain Colors

Dakota Shadow in Real Rooms

Dakota Shadow has a low LRV of 11.6 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a house, living room, bedroom, dining room and misc.

4 House Photos

On a traditional or historic home, Dakota Shadow acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

Benjamin Moore Dakota Shadow Exterior

@peteybones1

Benjamin Moore Dakota Shadow Exterior

@peteybones1

448 House Exterior

@donnerdomehome

448 House Exterior

@donnerdomehome

2 Living Room Photos

Choosing Dakota Shadow 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.

448 Living Room

@nicoleforinahome

Bm Dakota Shadow Living Room

@nicoleforinahome

1 Bedroom Photo

For guest bedrooms, Dakota Shadow is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.

Benjamin Moore Dakota Shadow Bedroom Accent Wall

@wynsumwoodworking

1 Dining Room Photo

Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Dakota Shadow, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.

Benjamin Moore Dakota Shadow Dining Room

@westand39th

5 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Dakota Shadow, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.