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Dash of Pepper

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Dash of Pepper remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#726859

LRV

15.29

Light Reflectance Value
15.29
Dark
Tone
GroundingRich
UseInterior & Exterior

Dash of Pepper in Real Rooms

Dash of Pepper has a low LRV of 15.29 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a house and kitchen cabinets.

3 House Photos

Dash of Pepper is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper house exterior color

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper house exterior color

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Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper house exterior review

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper house exterior review

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Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper exterior paint

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper exterior paint

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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

Dash of Pepper cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper kitchen cabinets color

Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper kitchen cabinets color

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Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#726859
RGB114, 104, 89
HSL36° 12% 40%
CMYK0 9 22 55
CIE LabL: 44.5 a: 1.3 b: 9.9
XYZX: 0.14 Y: 0.14 Z: 0.12