Winter Solstice
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Winter Solstice remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 7 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#B9BFBE
LRV
50.66
Winter Solstice in Real Rooms
Winter Solstice has a medium-high LRV of 50.66 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bathroom and misc.
2 Living Room Photos
Winter Solstice 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 1605 living room paint review
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Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice living room paint
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4 Bathroom Photos
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Winter Solstice has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Benjamin Moore 1605 bathroom interior
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Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice bathroom color review
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Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice bathroom color
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Benjamin Moore Winter Solstice bathroom paint
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1 Misc Photo
See how Winter Solstice 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 Winter Solstice wall paint
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