Soft Chamois featured
Benjamin MooreOC-13

Soft Chamois

With a focus on bright and airy tones, Soft Chamois (OC-13) is a standout White in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#E8E5D8

LRV

77.40

Light Reflectance Value
77.40
Light
Tone
CalmingCozyPaleSoftTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Soft Chamois in Real Rooms

Soft Chamois has a high LRV of 77.4 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. Grouped in the White family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, misc and bathroom.

3 Living Room Photos

Soft Chamois works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois living room review

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois living room review

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Benjamin Moore OC-13 hallway paint

Benjamin Moore OC-13 hallway paint

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Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois hallway paint

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois hallway paint

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1 Bedroom Photo

A bedroom finished in Soft Chamois rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bedroom paint

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bedroom paint

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2 Misc Photos

See how Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois paint picture

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois paint picture

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Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois paint review

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois paint review

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2 Bathroom Photos

In a powder room, Soft Chamois can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bathroom interior

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bathroom interior

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Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bathroom review

Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois bathroom review

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Coordinating Colors

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Color Codes

HEX#E8E5D8
RGB232, 229, 216
HSL49° 26% 88%
CMYK0 1 7 9
CIE LabL: 90.8 a: -1.2 b: 6.7
XYZX: 0.74 Y: 0.78 Z: 0.76