Home Home Design & Decor Interior Paint Colors & Palettes These Are Benjamin Moore's Best-Selling Neutral Paint Colors of All Time From warm whites to soft grays, these eight neutrals stand the test of time. By Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano is an associate editor at MarthaStewart.com, sharing her knowledge on a range of topics—from gardening and cleaning to home and pets. She has five years of writing and editing experience in the digital publishing industry. Editorial Guidelines Published on September 19, 2023 Close Photo: Benjamin Moore While brightly colored accent walls and moody reading nooks infuse personality into any space, neutral paint colors will never go out of style. From warm whites to delicate grays, the grounding colors work in any room and give you the opportunity to express your creativity with other design details, like furnishings and artwork. But with so many neutrals to choose from, finding the perfect hue for your space can be difficult. To help you get inspired, we're sharing the best-selling neutral paint colors from Benjamin Moore that homeowners and designers reach for time and time again. These 10 Neutral Paint Colors Are Interior Designer-Approved—Shop Them Now 01 of 08 Chantilly Lace OC-65 Benjamin Moore One of the brand's brightest and cleanest white paint colors, Chantilly Lace OC-65 is the ultimate neutral. "When looking through the array of white paint colors from Benjamin Moore, Chantilly Lace OC-65 stands out as our whitest white that reliably delivers a crisp look whether for an entire room or for trim and ceilings," says Andrea Magno, director of color marketing and development at Benjamin Moore. 02 of 08 Pale Oak OC-20 Benjamin Moore If you want a neutral that works in any room, but isn't just another iteration of white, consider this gray hue. "Pale Oak OC-20 falls into the gray category with just the right amount of warmth, making it a very appealing choice for a variety of spaces," says Magno. "The color has an easy-going appeal that works well with many fabrics and hard surfaces used throughout the home." 03 of 08 Swiss Coffee OC-45 Benjamin Moore The perfect creamy white paint color, Swiss Coffee OC-45 has just the right hint of warmth. "When a white that is a small step away from a bright white is desired, Swiss Coffee OC-45 is an excellent choice," says Magno. "This color has a nice touch of warmth, yet it remains very neutral and avoids a yellow cast. This quality makes Swiss Coffee a favorite for cabinetry and trim." 04 of 08 Simply White OC-117 Benjamin Moore If you're looking for a paint color you can use throughout your entire home this Benjamin Moore hue is the color for you. "Simply White OC-117 is a trusted favorite when a white with the slightest touch of warmth is desired," says Magno. "The crisp quality of Simply White makes it an ideal choice for open floor plans and painting trim that carries from room to room." 05 of 08 Gray Owl OC-52 Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52 is pale, cool gray that works well in any room and is a popular choice among both homeowners and interior designers. "Its soft touch of gray complements various materials such as tile and quartz, and its subtle hue is enhanced when paired with a crisp white," says Magno. 06 of 08 Edgecomb Gray HC-173 Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray HC-173 is an ideal neutral that works well in rooms with warm south-facing light, as well as cooler light from northern exposures, says Magno. The color has a hint of gray that's paired with the perfect amount of warmth, making it a suitable color for a variety of rooms. The Best Gray Paint Colors, According to Interior Designers 07 of 08 White Dove OC-17 Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17 continues to top Benjamin Moore's best-selling colors list year after year. "For a white paint color that is extremely versatile and a true classic, look to our best-seller, White Dove OC-17," says Magno. "This color is exceptionally neutral, so it works well with a variety of colors from dark to light, making it a favorite for trim and millwork." 13 White Paint Colors Interior Designers Reach for Time and Again 08 of 08 Revere Pewter HC-172 Benjamin Moore A favorite from the Benjamin Moore collections, Revere Pewter HC-172 is consistently one of the brand's top neutrals. "This color has a great balance between warm and cool, making it a fail-safe color for rooms of any style," says Magno. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit