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Deep Caviar

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Deep Caviar 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 7 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#494242

LRV

7.09

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Light Reflectance Value
7.09
Dark
TemperatureNeutral
Tone
CozyGroundingMoodyRich
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Deep Caviar in Real Rooms

Deep Caviar has a low LRV of 7.09 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Black and Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, front door, house, kitchen cabinets, bathroom and dining room.

1 Living Room Photo

Choosing Deep Caviar 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.

Bm Deep Caviar Living Room

Living room walls in Deep Caviar establish a rich, intimate atmosphere.

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1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Deep Caviar is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

Bm Deep Caviar Front Door

Front door painted Deep Caviar makes a bold architectural statement.

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1 House Photo

Using Deep Caviar on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

Deep Caviar Garage Door

Garage door in Deep Caviar coordinates with the home's modern exterior design.

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2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On kitchen cabinets, Deep Caviar adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

Deep Caviar Kitchen Cabinets

Deep Caviar cabinetry brings sophistication and depth to kitchen storage.

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Deep Caviar Kitchen Cabinets

Island cabinets in Deep Caviar anchor the contemporary kitchen design.

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1 Bathroom Photo

Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Deep Caviar holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

2130-20 Bathroom Vanity

Bathroom vanity painted Deep Caviar grounds the spa-like space.

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1 Dining Room Photo

The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Deep Caviar is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.

2130-20 Dining Room

Dining room walls in Deep Caviar create an elegant entertaining environment.

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Color Codes

HEX#494242
RGB73, 66, 66
HSL0° 5% 27%
CMYK0 10 10 71
CIE LabL: 28.7 a: 3.0 b: 1.1
XYZX: 0.06 Y: 0.06 Z: 0.06