Upgrade Your Interior With the Benjamin Moore Color of the Year
Moody, elegant, and cozy—Benjamin Moore’s color of the year Cinnamon Slate adds a rich hue to your interior.
Benjamin Moore is a beloved paint brand that produces high-quality paints that stand the test of time. The colors are vibrant, and apply evenly, making the brand a favorite for many. I personally select Benjamin Moore paints for all of my school projects, and grew up in a home that always used Benjamin Moore.
Many would be happy to see that Cinnamon Slate was selected as Benjamin Moore’s color of the year. This color is the perfect mix between plum and brown, creating a moody hue that would be ideal in a plethora of living spaces. It’s refreshing to see the growing popularity of deeper hues as opposed to more modern colors of white and grays.
So how exactly can this color be incorporated into your home? Remember, design trends come and go, so be sure to only select a color if you love it—not simply because it is the color of the year.
Formal Living Spaces
I always find that moody colors look great in a formal living space, such as a formal living or dining room. These spaces are meant for gathering, snuggling up by the fireplace, or hosting loved ones. Deeper colors make these spaces feel more intimate and cozy. Especially if these spaces have high ceilings, this color may help create a more intimate effect. This color would also pair beautifully with traditional antique furniture. Adding this to your space can bring a pop of color to your home, especially if your informal rooms have more of a neutral or toned down palette.
Library/ Office
If you have a dedicated library or office in your home, this color may be a nice option. Especially if your office is closed off from the rest of the house with French doors, opening them to reveal a gorgeous plum hue creates a welcoming effect. It can help create a calm cozy environment, ideal for reading, studying, or diving into work. If you have built in shelves in your library or office, it may be eye-catching to paint them in Cinnamon Slate, to create a pop.
Built Ins and Cabinetry
Cinnamon Slate would be elegant on built ins in your home. Built in benches or cabinetry in a mud room and shelves in this color would give your space a subtle pop. This is a nice option if you aren’t looking to paint an entire room in this color.
Pair it With
Brass accents would be stunning with Cinnamon Slate. Brass feels more traditional, so pairing it with a deep color can be eye catching. Think brass candle holders, lighting fixtures, and picture frames. As mentioned above, antique and traditional furniture would be stunning with this color. Selecting furniture in a dark wood to pair with this as a wall color would create an elegant living space.
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