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Benjamin Moore Shadow

2117-30 · #524B59 · LRV 7.5

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Quixotic Plum is a 94% match

Shadow (2117-30) is a deep purple from Benjamin Moore with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 7.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Quixotic Plum (94% match).

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LRV

7.5 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Cool

Code

2117-30

HEX

#524B59

RGB

82, 75, 89

HSL

270°, 9%, 32%

Family

Purples

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Shadow FAQ

What undertone does Shadow have?

Shadow has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep purple. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Shadow?

Shadow has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Shadow in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Quixotic Plum (SW 6265), 94%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Quixotic Plum (HGSW6265), 94%; Valspar: Purple Fury (4001-4C), 94%; Behr: Deep Merlot (M100-7), 94%; Dunn-Edwards: Night Night (DE5937), 94%; PPG: Blackberry (PPG1172-7), 93%; Glidden: Purple Parlor (PPG13-17), 92%; Farrow & Ball: Paean Black (No. 294), 87%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Shadow?

The HEX code of Shadow (2117-30) is #524B59, RGB 82, 75, 89. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.