Mink
Mink 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 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#52443C
LRV
7.33
Mink in Real Rooms
Mink has a low LRV of 7.33 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Brown and Red family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets and living room.
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
On traditional shaker-style cabinets, Mink brings out the clean lines and shadow gaps of the woodwork. It's a color that highlights quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal choice for a high-end renovation or a custom kitchen build.
Mink Kitchen Cabinets
@threadsinteriordesign
3 Living Room Photos
For open-concept living rooms, Mink is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Living Room
@happyhivedesign
2112-10 Living Room
@happyhivedesign
Mink Living Room
@harmonyhaus
