As the cooler air of fall approaches, September through March is the time when many Florida homeowners like you focus on your home’s interior. Tackling a paint job provides takes just a few hours of time but gives you the result of years of pride and aesthetic satisfaction for your home.

Today, our team at Supershade South in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is delighted to discuss how Benjamin Moore Gray Owl and its family of complementary colors can transform any room in your home.

Why is Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52 So Popular?

Nothing is more popular than the modern and minimal light-loving shades of paint we have to offer, and Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52 one of the most popular off-white paints available. The color has a personality all of its own. Gray might conjure up images of a cloudy sky or a business suit; however, Gray Owl OC-52 is a use-anywhere neutral that instills tranquility and peace with a cool cast in ambient lighting without being too stark.

Benjamin Moore Gray Owl is a versatile hue that creates a great tone for cabinetry or trim, but is subtle as a backdrop for any room in your home. It blends with almost any color, making your furnishings and art stand at attention. You can mix Gray Owl with other grays and contrasting colors for an aesthetic design boost.

Colors that Coordinate and Contrast with Benjamin Moore Gray Owl OC-52

Once you’ve decided that Gray Owl OC-52 from Benjamin Moore is the right shade for your project, exploring coordinating and contrasting hues will help to pull the entire look together. Here are a few of our favorites.

• Super White OC-152 is a slightly cooler shade of white. It is less gray and offers a shimmering ambiance and subtle glow, making it a perfect match for Gray Owl. Combining these soft hues will create a relaxing space with your family and guests.
• Hale Navy HC-154 is a stunning deep blue with hints of gray, with a traditional maritime feel. You can easily paint your walls with this luscious hue and use Gray Owl on millwork or trim for a stunning contrast.
• Silver Satin OC-26 is a stunning silvery gray with a personality all its own—softer and with very light violet undertones. When paired with Gray Owl, you’ll see that it has a lighter value and warmer undertones, making for an interesting color-on-color look for cabinetry. This dynamic duo would be a great combo for built-ins that need to stand out and blend in at the same time.
• Kendall Charcoal HC-166 is a rich, intense gray with a bold, grounded aesthetic. You’ll achieve a stunning combination of contrast when you match it with Gray Owl—though the hues are in a close family so that they partner with one another and not clash.
• Harbor Haze 2136-60 is a sophisticated, muted green with strong gray undertones, evoking the tranquil feeling of sea glass. This complex shade shares Gray Owl's softness and gray base, allowing them to coordinate seamlessly. Using Harbor Haze on walls with Gray Owl on trim creates a serene, organic, and subtly coastal vibe that feels both current and timeless.
• Fresh Butter 290 is a warm, creamy yellow that provides a beautiful contrast to Gray Owl's coolness. Its sunny, welcoming undertones prevent it from appearing stark or clinical. This pairing is ideal for creating a space that feels bright and cheerful yet incredibly cozy. As a surprise, use Fresh Butter on ceilings—but more conventionally as an adjacent wall color—to gently warm up the cooler gray tones, fostering a harmonious and inviting atmosphere.
• Lush AF-475 is a deep, dramatic emerald green that makes a powerful statement. While it contrasts strongly with the lightness of Gray Owl, they share a common cool undertone that keeps the combination feeling intentional and refined. This is a perfect choice for an accent wall, built-in bookshelves, or cabinetry, where you want Gray Owl to act as a calming, neutral frame for this bold and luxurious jewel tone.
  

Designing with the Full Palette

The true power of this curated palette is its flexibility. While each color pairs beautifully with Gray Owl on its own, you can also mix and match them all to create layered, dynamic spaces with a professional designer's touch. Here are just a few ideas:

• Walls:
• Gray Owl OC-52 provides the perfect neutral, misty backdrop.
• Kendall Charcoal HC-166 on the walls creates a rich, enveloping atmosphere.
• Trim and Millwork:
• Super White OC-152 keeps the look crisp and bright, enhancing the cool undertones.
• Gray Owl OC-52 is the ideal choice for trim, light enough to provide contrast against darker walls.
• Accent Wall or Built-ins:
• Harbor Haze 2136-60 introduces a soft, organic green that complements without overpowering.
• Use Lush AF-475 to add a jolt of rich color or Hale Navy HC-154 for a traditional, grounded feel.

Browse Paint Swatches and Shop Benjamin Moore Samples

Selecting color is complicated. Hues can change in different lighting scenarios and when juxtaposed with other colors, so taking home paint swatches and samples is an excellent idea that will save you time and money. Nothing is worse than applying a favorite hue or shade only to discover the color doesn’t quite fit the bill or match with your other shades. While paint swatches are a good option, actual paint samples are even better. You can apply a small amount to a wall or section of trim to see if the hue complements your furnishings, art, and other décor.

Another tool for selecting colors is our handy color catalogue, which organizes paint colors by family, collections, trends, favorites, and finding a color. Browsing over 3000 colors can be overwhelming, but searching with this feature will help break down the process so you can land on the color samples that work best for your project.

Visit Us for Benjamin Moore Paint Near Fort Lauderdale, FL

Supershade South is a Hunter Douglas Gallery and Benjamin Moore Paint Store serving the Greater Fort Lauderdale community, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas with state-of-the-art Hunter Douglas window treatments and Benjamin Moore paint. Our team of experts is eager to help you discover complementary colors whether you redesign a single room or your entire home. We are excited to assist.

When you are ready to transform your sliding door into a masterpiece, please call us at (954) 455-1965 or fill out our online contact form, and one of our expert team members will contact you.

For some visual inspiration on how our luxurious window treatments can bring a room to life, please peruse our online portfolio, which includes pictures of completed installations. We proudly serve the Greater Ft Lauderdale Area, including Boca Raton, Hollywood, Plantation, Pompano, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale by the Sea, and Victoria Park, Florida as well as the Caribbean, and the Bahamas.