Benjamin Moore

Wenge

AF-180

Wenge (AF-180) by Benjamin Moore is a deep chocolate shade characterized by brown, black, and violet undertones. It carries an LRV of 4.79, confirming its position as a very dark color that absorbs the majority of light in a space. The violet undertone differentiates it from standard dark browns, adding a layer of complexity visible in certain lighting conditions.

Within the Benjamin Moore line, it pairs with White Dove, Silver Satin, Luxe, Masada, and Cedar Path, offering options for high-contrast and tonal coordination.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

AF-180

Collection

Affinity Color Collection

Wenge in Real Homes (3 Photos)

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Wenge in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Wenge under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Wenge under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Red

Strength

Medium

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

7°

Red Family

Lightness

20%

Dark

Saturation

17%

Muted

LRV

4.8
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Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#3C2D2B
RGB Decimal
60, 45, 43
RGB Percent
23.5%, 17.6%, 16.9%
HSL
7.1, 16.5%, 20.2%
HSV
7.1, 28.3%, 23.5%
CMYK
0.0%, 25.0%, 28.3%, 76.5%
YIQ
49.3, 9.6, 2.5
XYZ
3.24, 3.01, 2.70
CIE Lab
20.09, 6.52, 3.93
CIE Luv
20.09, 8.19, 2.98
Hunter Lab
17.35, 3.98, 2.16
Decimal
3943723

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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