White doesn’t have to be bland and boring, and Benjamin Moore’s Silver Satin is proof of that. You may not immediately think this paint color is white, but when paired with more muted shades, you will see the difference.
Silver Satin is not your regular paint color because of its peculiar undertone. There’s a lot about the paint color that makes it unique and suitable for any decor. So, let’s dive into this review to learn all about Silver Satin and why it’s a great choice.
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When to Choose Benjamin Moore Silver Satin
The following are ideas for the best time to choose Silver Satin over similar colors.
Is the room small?
Bright neutrals tend to make a room look bigger than it is. The same is true of Silver Satin; its brightness gives a room an open and airy feel, even if it is small. Consider using it to open up the room.
Need to bring brightness to a low-lit room?
As a truly bright color, Silver Satin makes a room with low light appear brighter. The paint color loves light, but it doesn’t shy away from cold or low lighting. It may be what you need to make a difference.
Looking for a touch of elegance?
Silver Satin brings elegance into any decor because of its unique composition of colors. It acts pretty well as a backdrop, allowing you to add other colors without overwhelming it.
New bathroom or bedroom color?
These rooms love neutral or bright colors, and since they are personal spaces, Silver Satin may be the best color option. It creates a freshness in the rooms that many other colors don’t.
Picking a suitable paint color for any room can be tedious, let alone colors for an entire house. However, you can save yourself some stress by choosing Silver Satin and adding splashes of color for some contrast and versatility.
What Color Is Silver Satin?
You already know how sleek and smooth satin can be. While it can come in many colors, silver makes the material look sleeker than usual. That may be the thought behind this paint name; it also has the same sleek and smooth look that endears it to many.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin OC-26 is an off-white paint color with crisp undertones that don’t turn it icy. The paint color brings an understated elegance that brooks no argument.
A Snapshot of the Specifications of Benjamin Moore Silver Satin
The following chart is a summary of the key aspects of Silver Satin, including its undertone and LRV. Afterward, I’ll explain these two crucial characteristics in detail.
| Benjamin Moore Silver Satin | |
| RGB | 227, 226, 218 |
| LRV | 74.9 |
| Undertone | Lavender-gray |
| HEX Code | #E3E2DA |
The LRV of Benjamin Moore Silver Satin
You may have seen this term over and again but hardly understand it. LRV means the light reflectance value of color and refers to, on a scale of 0 to 100, how much light the color reflects. Pure black has an LRV of 0, while pure white has an LRV of 100.
However, paint colors are slightly different; they use a narrower scale between 2.5 and 94. This is because no paint color is pure white or black. But this scale gives you an idea of how bright or muted a paint color is.
Benjamin Moore’s Silver Satin has an LRV of 74.9, just shy of 75. While the value doesn’t put it in the white color zone, it is bright enough to qualify as an off-white color. In simple terms, Silver Satin reflects a good amount of light.
The Undertones of Benjamin Moore Silver Satin
Undertones make paint colors what they are because they determine how they appear under different lighting conditions. Silver Satin has a lavender-gray undertone, which gives the color a slightly muted shade without overdoing it.
In some settings, Silver Satin looks like a pale gray paint color. But in other settings, you can see it is off-white instead of gray. In other words, its gray undertone is obvious and can appear when the lighting is right.
This is Silver Satin in its true form, showing almost no undertones.
Now, here is the same paint color with its lavender-gray undertone overshadowing it in this room with cool light.
Silver Satin looks creamy and bright, like beige, in this next photo, especially beside the pure white trim and accessories.
Does Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Look Yellow?
Many homeowners who consider using white paint colors dread the yellow that may pee through when the paint dries. However, not every white or off-white color shows yellow hues, whether wet or dry.
Silver Satin never looks yellow because it contains gray and purple. In the warmest light, the paint color looks like warm cream instead of yellow. It may even look closer to pure white if the setting is right.
How Does Lighting Affect Benjamin Moore Silver Satin?
Low light can make the paint color appear muted and gray instead of white. But Silver satin never looks heavy or somber even in the lowest light.
As I said, all colors look their best in bright light, although some may look washed out in excessively bright light. Silver Satin holds up well in bright light, whether warm or cool.
How Does Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Feel in a Room?
If you want to give the impression of expanse, sophistication, and beauty, Silver Satin is your go-to color. It can brighten a room and your mood, especially after a long and stressful day. Pair it with wood tones, purple, brown, black, white, pink, and blue for extra color.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin: Warm or Cool?
Silver Satin is typically a warm color, but it can also show a cool face. Its tone depends on the lighting and surrounding elements. You can see, from the photos above, that the paint color looks mostly warm. However, in low light, it shows a slightly cool tone.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Color Strip: Lighter to Darker Exploration
If you find that Silver Satin is not the exact shade that fits your decor or you want alternatives within the same color strip, you don’t have to worry. I’ve picked other colors to give you options, ranging from light to dark.
- Benjamin Moore Winter White OC-21
- Benjamin Moore Calm OC-22
- Benjamin Moore Silver Satin OC-26
- Benjamin Moore Classic Gray OC-23
- Benjamin Moore Wind’s Breath OC-24
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Complementary Colors
To pick complementary colors, you must know where to look. Complementary colors are directly opposite each other on the color wheel. For example, the complementary color for green is red, and that of yellow is purple.
Silver Satin is off-white, which makes it neutral. Since neutral or grayscale colors are technically not on the color wheel, it may be difficult to find that of this paint color.
Fortunately, I’ve done the difficult part of finding it, and it is a pale blue-gray shade. Benjamin Moore’s Violet Sparkle 1422 is pretty close to the color, but you can also try Sherwin Williams Starry Night SW 6540 if you want a different brand.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Coordinating Colors
These colors pair well in any decor, although they may not have similar shades at face value. However, there are certain similarities between them that make them work well together to create pleasing decor styles.
The coordinating colors for Silver Satin include Graphite, Stormy Monday, and White Dove.
- Benjamin Moore Graphite 1603: As the name suggests, this paint color is deep gray or charcoal for some depth and character in the decor.
- Benjamin Moore Stormy Monday 2112-50: A mid-tone gray whose violet undertone complements the lavender-gray in Silver Satin.
- Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17: A bright and warm white for a trim color when the walls are done in the silvery Silver Satin for a grounding effect.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Color Palettes
This guide will help you get started on suitable color palettes for Silver Satin.
Contrasting Color Palette
- Beigewood 1007: A classy neutral with a mix of brown, mauve, and gray to create a striking contrast with the mild and silvery Silver Satin.
- Slate Blue 1648: A mid-tone blue grounded by a gray undertone that reminds you of slate but blends with the gray-tinted Silver Satin.
- Steel Wool 2121-20: A bodied shade of deep gray that makes any decor look stately and works with Silver Satin as the trim color.
Monochromatic Color Palette
- River Reflections 1552: A soft brown with a gray undertone that brings calmness to pair with the soft Silver Satin.
- La Paloma Gray 1551: A darker shade of Silver Satin but with a silky smoothness that makes you love its texture.
- Cumulus Gray 1550: A pale and soft gray, lighter than the rest but darker than Silver Satin, bringing out the beauty of the main color.
Coordinating Color Palette
- White Dove OC-17: A bright and warm white for a trim color when the walls are done in the silvery Silver Satin for a grounding effect.
- Stormy Monday 2112-50: A mid-tone gray whose violet undertone complements the lavender-gray in Silver Satin.
- Graphite 1603: As the name suggests, this paint color is deep gray or charcoal for some depth and character in the decor.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin vs Similar Colors
Let’s compare Silver Satin with colors similar to its shade and see how the colors hold up together. You may find an excellent alternative among them.
BM Classic Gray vs BM Silver Satin
Classic Gray is slightly darker than Silver Satin, with an LRV of 73.67. Also, it has more pigment, so it can act more as a neutral color than Silver Satin.
BM Paper White vs BM Silver Satin
Paper White has an LRV of 74.41 and blue-gray undertones. This makes it slightly cooler and darker than Silver Satin.
SW Eider White vs BM Silver Satin
Sherwin Williams Eider White reflects a little less light than Silver Satin, with an LRV of 73. Other than that, both colors have similar purple undertones.
BM Calm vs BM Silver Satin
Calm is lighter than Silver Satin but has the same purple-gray undertone. Both colors are interchangeable, so use Calm if you want a lighter option.
Sherwin Williams Paint Color Equivalent to Benjamin Moore Silver Satin
You may not find an exact equivalent, but Sherwin Williams Ethereal White SW 6182 comes pretty close. Although it has a green undertone, making it different from Silver Satin, both colors have almost the same red, green, and blue (RGB) values.
Where Can You Benjamin Moore Silver Satin?
This paint color mimics white, so it fits any room, especially bedrooms and bathrooms. You can even use it on doors and entryways because of its slight warmth and soft color.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in a Kitchen
If you ever doubted that Silver Satin looks good alone, this kitchen decor is proof that you have nothing to worry about. The cabinets, walls, trim, mantel, and ceiling are done in Silver Satin but in different finishes.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin on a Door
Silver Satin looks good on anything, including doors. Now, consider painting the walls pure white or a darker color to accentuate the Silver Satin shade.
Best Trim Color for Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Walls
Since it’s a bright color, using a brighter white is crucial if you want to accentuate colors. BM Chantilly Lace works well because it has almost no undertones to clash with the wall color.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin on Kitchen Cabinets
I call this ‘kitchen love’ because of the warm and cozy vibes. Kitchens are the heart of a home and should always feel like coming home.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Paired with Wood Tones
Whether you choose light or dark wood tones, Silver Satin looks good with them. You can even use this paint color on wood and have a stunning finish.
Best Ceiling Color for Benjamin Moore Silver Satin Walls
White is your best bet. Like the trim color, consider bright and neutral whites like BM Chantilly Lace for the best results.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in a Bathroom
Can you tell that the walls and vanity are painted in the same color? Silver Satin has never looked so good in a room. I love it!
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in a Bedroom
To create that cozy haven we all love in a bedroom, you need to find the right colors. Among the top colors, Silver Satin can transform a room into a safe and restful space with just a coat and bright light. Check out the ceiling done in BM Wrought Iron.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in a Living Room
Your living room will thank you if the walls are done in Silver Satin. Keep the decor neutral and throw in splashes of color using accessories or accents.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in a Dining Room
A cozy dining area requires the right color, and you can keep things neutral color.
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin on Exterior Walls
Silver Satin is an excellent exterior color if you want brightness without compromising color.
Conclusion
Benjamin Moore Silver Satin OC-26 is an off-white paint color that reads greige because of its gray undertone. It also has a lavender undertone that gives a unique hue when used in a room.
With an LRV of 74.9, Silver Satin is a bright color and holds up well in warmly-lit or coldly-lit rooms. Pair it with soft pastels, neutrals, or vibrant colors to get the best out of it. You can follow my guide for creating color palettes to get yours.
Do you need further assistance? Don’t hesitate to reach me in the comments section, and share your thoughts with me there.
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