ColorplanBenjamin Moore Artichoke (2141-10) is a very dark warm gray (greige) with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 8. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Shade-Grown (SW 6188) and Farrow & Ball Reduced Green (No.313). For trim, try White (OC-151).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Gray |
| LRV | 8.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #535140 |
| RGB | 83, 81, 64 |
| HSL | 54°, 13%, 29% |
About Artichoke
Artichoke (2141-10) is a very dark warm gray (greige) from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 8, Artichoke absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Artichoke's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. It's very close to Dakota Woods Green (2139-20); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Artichoke changes with the light
Artichoke is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Artichoke will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Artichoke will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Artichoke from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Artichoke will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Artichoke in real homes
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Artichoke equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 4.0
Also close: Ripe Olive (ΔE 5.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.4
Also close: Studio Green (ΔE 8.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.4
Also close: Stealth Jet (ΔE 7.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Artichoke questions
What undertone does Artichoke have?
Artichoke has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Artichoke's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Artichoke a light or dark color?
Artichoke has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 8.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 8, Artichoke absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Artichoke in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Shade-Grown SW 6188 (close, ΔE 4.0); Farrow & Ball: Reduced Green No.313 (close, ΔE 3.4); Behr: Mountain Olive N350-7A (closest available, ΔE 6.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Artichoke?
Try White (OC-151) on trim and Distant Gray (OC-68) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Artichoke's undertone.
Where does Artichoke work best?
Artichoke works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 8, Artichoke absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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