Dark Celery featured
Benjamin Moore2146-10

Dark Celery

Often used for its versatile qualities, Dark Celery remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#83872E

LRV

21.32

Find matches across brands →
Light Reflectance Value
21.32
Dark
TemperatureWarm
Tone
Rich
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Dark Celery in Real Rooms

Dark Celery has a medium LRV of 21.32 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, living room and misc.

3 Front Door Photos

A front door in Dark Celery changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery front door color

Front door painted Dark Celery presents rich sophisticated color.

@emilyhansen06

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery front door paint

Entrance door in Dark Celery creates distinctive curb appeal.

@zeroeggsbakeshop

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery front door review

Front entry door painted Dark Celery stands out beautifully.

@poweronprince

3 Living Room Photos

Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Dark Celery. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery living room paint review

Living room walls in Dark Celery set a calming tone.

@diblasipainting

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery living room interior

Living room painted Dark Celery creates intimate atmosphere.

@diblasipainting

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery living room paint

Living room walls finished in Dark Celery provide elegant backdrop.

@diblasipainting

4 Misc Photos

See how Dark Celery is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery painted furniture

Furniture pieces painted in Dark Celery add muted elegance.

@janebradbrook

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery review

Wall painted Dark Celery offers rich color versatility.

@alessandra.alfieri.sf

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery wall paint review

Paint color Dark Celery transforms walls with subtle depth.

@thevictorianhomemaker

Benjamin Moore Dark Celery paint review

Walls finished in Dark Celery provide sophisticated neutral alternative.

@thevictorianhomemaker

Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Complementary Colors

Lighter Colors

Color Codes

HEX#83872E
RGB131, 135, 46
HSL63° 49% 35%
CMYK3 0 66 47
CIE LabL: 54.4 a: -13.6 b: 45.6
XYZX: 0.18 Y: 0.22 Z: 0.06