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French Press

French Press is a genuinely dark Brown 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 1 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#5F4D43

LRV

9.89

Light Reflectance Value
9.89
Dark
Tone
CozyGroundingMoodyRichTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

French Press in Real Rooms

French Press has a low LRV of 9.89 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Brown and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room.

1 Living Room Photo

In a living room, French Press acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Benjamin Moore French Press Living Room

Benjamin Moore French Press Living Room

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Color Codes

HEX#5F4D43
RGB95, 77, 67
HSL21° 17% 32%
CMYK0 19 29 63
CIE LabL: 34.3 a: 5.8 b: 8.8
XYZX: 0.08 Y: 0.08 Z: 0.06