Benjamin Moore’s Williamsburg Collection highlights colors throughout our history. The CW collection, standing for Colonial Williamsburg, represents 144 colors depicting events that happened over time. Since it's almost America’s birthday, we thought we would highlight some of the top colors in this collection.
We also pulled colors that perfectly match the American flag!
We used Heritage Red HC-18, Admiral Blue 2065-10, and Patriotic White 2135-70 to match our American flag!
Now, back to the Williamsburg Collection, the Colonial Williamsburg collection represents a collection of historic colors rooted in Colonial Williamsburg era. There are 144 colors that have been mixed to perfection to note tones of colors from historical events in Colonial Williamsburg. Here are some of the top colors from the Williamsburg collection!
- Capital White CW-10
Capital White is named for the color of the United States Capital and bring attention to the history attached with it. You can see Capital White further in this article in an image with Levingston Green.
- Parish White CW-15
This paint color was found at the Burton Parish Church by paint analysis, where it got its name.
- Cornice Tan CW-115
This yellowish tan is a previous paint color reimagined from paint analyst at Bracken Tenement, Cornice.
- Custis Salmon CW-215
This pink salmon color definitely adds a pop to ANY room! This color is good as an accent wall in an office, or even in a bedroom!
- Charlton Brown CW-265
Discovered by researchers on baseboard fragments from historic Charlton's Coffeehouse, this rugged shade of brown is ideal for a study or library.
- Cornwallis Red CW-315
A bright red that is sure to attract all eyes to a room.
- Cochineal Red CW-330
This red color became famous from taking the dye from Cochineal bugs. Natives of Mexico had used the bug to produce this vibrant red, by 1523, the red had traveled to Spain and become known as a sign of status.
- Governor’s Gold CW-395
Photo from Benjamin Moore
The bright yellow / gold can brighten any room and give a summery feeling to all who enter.
- Levingston Green CW-490
Photo from Benjamin Moore
This photo shows Levingston Green CW-490 on the wall, Bruton White CW-710 for the wainscoting, and Capital White CW-10 on the trim.
- Windsor Green CW-505
Windsor Green is a dark green that helps give any room an earthy and natural feel.
- Finley Blue CW-620
Finley Blue is a bold blue perfect for an accent wall or some kitchen cabinets. This blue is from the 18th century blue that can help bring out the blue in heirlooms and knickknacks.
- Washington Blue CW-630
Both colors are great representation of American history with the vibrant red and bold blue. This navy blue goes perfectly on any wall and is sure to be an excellent accent wall, or even good for a whole room.
On another note, here are some more versions of the take on the American flag and the Williamsburg Colonial collection.
We see in a July 2013, edition of Better Homes and Gardens, that they suggest Cochineal Red CS-330, Bruton White CW-710. Chesapeake Blue CS-595. These colors are not direct matches for the flag pictures above, but they are colors from historic events.
Want to try some of these patriotic colors or colors from the Colonial Williamsburg collection?
