ColorplanBenjamin Moore Evening Grove (1526) is a very dark beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 13. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Pantalon (No.221) and Behr Mountain Olive (N350-7A). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 13.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #6F664E |
| RGB | 111, 102, 78 |
| HSL | 44°, 17%, 37% |
About Evening Grove
Evening Grove (1526) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 13, Evening Grove 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 Evening Grove'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 Sterling Forest (518); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Evening Grove changes with the light
Evening Grove 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
Evening Grove will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Evening Grove will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Evening Grove can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Evening Grove will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Evening Grove in real homes
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Evening Grove 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
Closest available · ΔE 6.5
Also close: Thunderous (ΔE 6.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Evening Grove questions
What undertone does Evening Grove have?
Evening Grove has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Evening Grove's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Evening Grove a light or dark color?
Evening Grove has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 13.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 13, Evening Grove absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Evening Grove in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Oakmoss SW 6180 (closest available, ΔE 6.5); Farrow & Ball: Pantalon No.221 (close, ΔE 3.2); Behr: Mountain Olive N350-7A (close, ΔE 4.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Evening Grove?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Evening Grove's undertone.
Where does Evening Grove work best?
Evening Grove works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 13, Evening Grove absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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