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Willow

Willow is a genuinely dark Black 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 3 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#564E48

LRV

9.06

Light Reflectance Value
9.06
Dark
Tone
GroundingMoodyTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Willow in Real Rooms

Willow has a low LRV of 9.06 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Black and Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a house and dining room.

2 House Photos

Willow 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 Willow house exterior review

Benjamin Moore Willow house exterior review

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Benjamin Moore Willow house exterior paint

Benjamin Moore Willow house exterior paint

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1 Dining Room Photo

Willow encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.

Benjamin Moore Willow dining room interior

Benjamin Moore Willow dining room interior

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Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#564E48
RGB86, 78, 72
HSL26° 9% 31%
CMYK0 9 16 66
CIE LabL: 33.8 a: 2.1 b: 4.8
XYZX: 0.08 Y: 0.08 Z: 0.07