Benjamin Moore Horizon (OC-53)
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HEX
#C8C8C0
RGB
200, 200, 192
LRV
49
Code
OC-53
Overview
Benjamin Moore Horizon (OC-53) is a best-selling gray paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49. Medium-light — versatile for most rooms. This top-rated shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Transitional design styles.
Color Specifications
- HEX code: #C8C8C0 | RGB: 200, 200, 192
- Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 49 — Medium-light — versatile for most rooms
- Undertone: Neutral
- Color family: Gray
- Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room, home office
- Design styles: Transitional, Contemporary, Farmhouse
Why Choose This Color
- Horizon is one of the most searched Benjamin Moore colors for interior and exterior projects
- With an LRV of 49, it provides balanced light reflection
- The neutral undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
- Designers frequently recommend Horizon for Transitional aesthetics
How to Use This Color
- 1Test Horizon with a sample swatch — colors shift under different lighting
- 2Observe at different times: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm), evening (artificial)
- 3North-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer — plan accordingly
- 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
- 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats for best coverage
Tags
benjamin-mooregrayneutrallrv-49living-roombedroomdining-roomhome-office
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Best SellerFrequently Asked Questions
Benjamin Moore Horizon (OC-53) is a best-selling gray paint color with an LRV of 49, ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.