ColorplanBenjamin Moore Pine Grove (511) is a very dark beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 18. 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 | 18.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #7D765A |
| RGB | 125, 118, 90 |
| HSL | 48°, 16%, 42% |
About Pine Grove
Pine Grove (511) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 18, Pine 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 Pine 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 bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. It's very close to Pining for You (1512); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Pine Grove changes with the light
Pine Grove 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
Pine Grove's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Pine 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 Pine Grove can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Pine Grove will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Pine Grove in real homes
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Pine 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 6.8
Also close: Dried Thyme (ΔE 7.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.4
Also close: Broccoli Brown (ΔE 6.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.9
Also close: Ecological (ΔE 6.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Pine Grove questions
What undertone does Pine Grove have?
Pine Grove has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Pine Grove's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Pine Grove a light or dark color?
Pine Grove has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 18.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 18, Pine 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 Pine Grove in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Anonymous SW 7046 (closest available, ΔE 6.8); Farrow & Ball: Dibber No.312 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.4); Behr: Secret Meadow S360-6 (closest available, ΔE 5.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Pine Grove?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Super White (OC-152) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Pine Grove's undertone.
Where does Pine Grove work best?
Pine Grove works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 18, Pine Grove absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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