Historical Colour Collection
Iconic Colours. Distinctively Benjamin Moore.
The Benjamin Moore Historical Colour Collection sets the standard for enduring paint colour. For 50 years, it has elevated both interior and exterior spaces with classic appeal and lasting quality, inspiring generations.
WALLS
Regal Select Interior, Ulti-Matte
Shaker Beige HC-45
Simply White OC-117
Dove Wing OC-18
DOOR, TRIM, CABINETS & BACKSPLASH
DOOR, TRIM & CABINETS:
Advance, Semi-Gloss
BACKSPLASH:
Regal Select Interior, Ulti-Matte
Newburg Green HC-158
Wickham Gray HC-171
CABINETS
Advance, Semi-Gloss
Stratton Blue HC-142
Elmira White HC-84
SHIPLAP WALLS, CEILING & SHELVES
Regal Select Interior, Satin/Pearl
Louisburg Green HC-113
Vapour AF-35
WALL
Aura, Matte
Dorset Gold HC-8
Bryant Gold HC-7
Acadia White OC-38
Carrington Beige HC-93
Most Popular Paint Colours
Hale Navy HC-154
New London Burgundy HC-61
Revere Pewter HC-172
Edgecomb Gray HC-173
Saybrook Sage HC-114
Essex Green HC-188
Most Popular Paint Colours
From nuanced neutrals to rich, deep hues, the Historical Colour Collection brings timeless beauty to every space. While all 191 colours in the collection have stood the test of time, six shades have emerged as best sellers, beloved for their versatility, character, and enduring appeal.
Hale Navy HC-154 remains the quintessential navy paint colour Benjamin Moore is known for, offering a softer, always-on-trend alternative to black or brown. New London Burgundy HC-61, another confident shade, delivers an elegant blend of red, violet, and brown that creates a beautifully welcoming statement on any front door.
Among neutrals, Revere Pewter HC-172 and the slightly lighter, warmer Edgecomb Gray HC-173 are go-to, use-anywhere colours that complement both traditional and modern styles.
Green continues to be a perennial favourite with two standout options: Saybrook Sage HC-114, a harmonious blend of green and gray, and the dark, moody Essex Green HC-188, which delivers a rich hunter-green depth that never disappoints.
From nuanced neutrals to rich, deep hues, the Historical Colour Collection brings timeless beauty to every space. While all 191 colours in the collection have stood the test of time, six shades have emerged as best sellers, beloved for their versatility, character, and enduring appeal.
The Origin of the Historical Colour Collection
The Origin of the Historical Colour Collection
The story of how the Historical Colour Collection came to be is rich in inspiration and American tradition. Each time-honoured colour reflects a sense of heritage and architectural influence that continues to resonate.
Debuting alongside the 1976 American bicentennial celebration, the collection emerged during a time of renewed appreciation for the nation’s history. Several buildings maintained by the U.S. National Park Service served as key inspiration for the palette.
Inspired by 18th- and 19th-century architecture and the interiors handcrafted by the artisans of that time, the collection has endured. Today, 50 years later, these paint colours remain more relevant than ever, working seamlessly in both modern and traditional design.
The story of how the Historical Colour Collection came to be is rich in inspiration and American tradition. Each time-honoured colour reflects a sense of heritage and architectural influence that continues to resonate.
Exterior Paint Colours with Lasting Appeal
SIDING: Black HC-190, Aura Exterior, Low Lustre, TRIM: Black HC-190, Aura Exterior, Satin, DOORS: Black HC-190, Regal Select Exterior High Build, Low Lustre
Exterior Paint Colours with Lasting Appeal
A go‑to for exteriors, the Historical Colour Collection is filled with options designed to elevate curb appeal. These colours offer everything you want in an exterior paint colour: timelessness, versatility, and beauty.
Nearly all the colours in the collection are available in exterior products, making it easy to find a shade that suits your needs. Colours like Heritage Red HC-181 and Hawthorne Yellow HC-4 are classic choices for front doors, while versatile neutrals such as Manchester Tan HC-81 and Stonington Gray HC-170 are can’t‑go‑wrong options for siding. Choosing colours you’ll love for years to come is essential, and the Historical Colour Collection is filled with hues that truly stand the test of time.
With just the right amount of saturation, the colours in this collection deliver presence without feeling overwhelming. They strike a balance that keeps them fresh and appealing, ensuring they remain shades you won’t tire of quickly.
A go‑to for exteriors, the Historical Colour Collection is filled with options designed to elevate curb appeal. These colours offer everything you want in an exterior paint colour: timelessness, versatility, and beauty.
Where to Find the Historical Colour Collection
Where to Find the Historical Colour Collection
To streamline colour selection, our colour experts have organized Benjamin Moore’s more than 3,500 colours into distinct colour collections, each identified with a prefix. Colours that start with HC are part of the Historical Colour Collection. The complete palette of historically inspired hues spans from HC-1 to HC-191.
Visit our online store to order a Collections Fan Deck, which includes swatches for the entire Historical Colour Collection.
You can also purchase individual peel-and-stick paint samples online or explore the Historical Colour Collection at your locally owned Benjamin Moore store and take home complimentary display colour chips.
To streamline colour selection, our colour experts have organized Benjamin Moore’s more than 3,500 colours into distinct colour collections, each identified with a prefix. Colours that start with HC are part of the Historical Colour Collection. The complete palette of historically inspired hues spans from HC-1 to HC-191.
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