ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mountain Moss (2142-30) is a very dark beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 16. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Dibber (No.312). 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 | 16.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #757055 |
| RGB | 117, 112, 85 |
| HSL | 51°, 16%, 40% |
About Mountain Moss
Mountain Moss (2142-30) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 16, Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. Next to Greenbrook (517), it's cooler and more muted.
How Mountain Moss changes with the light
Mountain Moss has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Mountain Moss's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mountain Moss 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 Mountain Moss can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Mountain Moss will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Mountain Moss in real homes
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Mountain Moss 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 5.4
Also close: Thunderous (ΔE 7.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.2
Also close: Mountain Olive (ΔE 5.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mountain Moss questions
What undertone does Mountain Moss have?
Mountain Moss has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mountain Moss's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mountain Moss a light or dark color?
Mountain Moss has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 16.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 16, Mountain Moss absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Mountain Moss in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Oakmoss SW 6180 (closest available, ΔE 5.4); Farrow & Ball: Dibber No.312 (close, ΔE 3.1); Behr: Secret Meadow S360-6 (closest available, ΔE 5.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mountain Moss?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Distant Gray (OC-68) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mountain Moss's undertone.
Where does Mountain Moss work best?
Mountain Moss works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 16, Mountain Moss absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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