Paint Color Pick: Lead Gray By Benjamin Moore

The paint color: Lead Gray (2131-30) by Benjamin Moore – a deep blue-grey that calls to mind the crushing waves of the sea at dusk.

Why we love it: This handsome shade is dark and moody, but also has richness and warmth.

How to use it: Try this serious but not somber hue in a cozy office, study or library, where it can offset a stack of colorful books or the orange glow of a fire. Pair it with warm gold accents and complementary shades like coral or the burnished hue of tan leather.