Benjamin Moore

Willow

CC-542

Willow (Benjamin Moore) is a deep brown with gray undertones, hex #564E48, registering an LRV of 9.06. This low reflectance value classifies it as a near-dark shade that absorbs substantial ambient light, best suited for accent walls or spaces with ample artificial or natural lighting. The gray undertone prevents it from appearing purely warm.

Same-brand pairings include Classic Gray and Revere Pewter for high-contrast neutral balance, Hale Navy for a tonal dark pairing, Manchester Tan for mid-range warmth, and Edgecomb Gray for a lighter taupe complement.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

CC-542

Collection

Designer Classics

Willow in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Willow under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Willow under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Orange

Strength

Low

Temperature

neutral

Hue Angle

26°

Red Family

Lightness

31%

Dark

Saturation

9%

Very Muted

LRV

9.1
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#564E48
RGB Decimal
86, 78, 72
RGB Percent
33.7%, 30.6%, 28.2%
HSL
25.7, 8.9%, 31.0%
HSV
25.7, 16.3%, 33.7%
CMYK
0.0%, 9.3%, 16.3%, 66.3%
YIQ
79.7, 6.7, -0.2
XYZ
7.73, 7.90, 7.25
CIE Lab
33.76, 2.15, 4.75
CIE Luv
33.76, 4.95, 5.31
Hunter Lab
28.10, 1.49, 3.09
Decimal
5656136

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

Analogous

Adjacent colors

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