Sioux Falls
What Sioux Falls Actually Looks Like
Sioux Falls reads as a muted, smoky green that sits somewhere between sage and teal. It is not a bold statement color, but it is not a whisper either. The gray base keeps it from going too leafy or too aqua, landing it in that restrained, earthy territory that works well as a full-room color rather than just an accent.
Sioux Falls Undertones
The color carries a mix of blue and green with enough gray to soften both. In warm incandescent light it leans slightly more green and earthy. In cooler north-facing light it can pull more blue-gray and feel almost slate-like. The gray component is what keeps it versatile and stops it from reading as a pure botanical green.
Where Sioux Falls Works Best
Because its LRV puts it in the medium-dark range, Sioux Falls works best where you want some depth and atmosphere. It suits bedrooms, home offices, dining rooms, and bathrooms. It can handle a full four-wall treatment in a moderately sized room without feeling oppressive, especially if trim and ceiling stay light. It is a strong candidate for exterior use on a house with natural wood, stone, or brick where the earthy undertone ties everything together.
Where to put Sioux Falls
The muted, grayish green quality of Sioux Falls makes it genuinely easy to sleep around. It feels calm without being cold. Pair it with warm linen bedding and wood furniture and the room settles into something that feels both relaxed and considered.
Mid-depth greens have a long track record in workspaces, and Sioux Falls earns its place there. It provides enough visual weight to feel focused without the heaviness of a true dark color. A white or cream ceiling and trim keeps it from closing in.
In a dining room with warm evening lighting, Sioux Falls shifts greener and earthier, which plays well with wood tables, rattan, and natural textiles. Candlelight especially softens the gray and lets the green come forward in a flattering way.
In a bathroom with cool natural light, expect it to read more blue-gray than green. That is not a bad thing. It gives the space a spa-adjacent feel without resorting to a cliched spa palette. Make sure there is enough light source warmth to balance it if you want the green to show.
Sioux Falls holds up well on exteriors, particularly on homes with cedar, stone, or brick. The earthy gray-green reads as natural and grounded in full sun, and it deepens into something more dramatic in shade. White or black trim both work, depending on how much contrast you want.
What to Pair With Sioux Falls
No specific Benjamin Moore coordinating colors were provided for Sioux Falls 705, but the color pairs naturally with warm off-whites on trim, soft terracotta or rust accents, natural wood tones, and deep charcoal for contrast.
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Colors that clash with Sioux Falls
Strong oranges, hot pinks, or vivid reds fight with the cool gray-green base of Sioux Falls. The combination reads jarring rather than energetic.
A white with strong blue or purple undertones will amplify the cooler side of Sioux Falls and make the whole room feel cold, especially in north-facing spaces.
If a neighboring room or accent wall is a pale mint or light yellow-green, the contrast with Sioux Falls can feel inconsistent rather than intentional.
Common questions
The LRV is 29.28, which puts it solidly in the medium-dark range. In practical terms, it absorbs a meaningful amount of light, so smaller rooms or spaces with limited natural light will feel noticeably darker. Plan accordingly with good artificial lighting or use it in rooms where some moodiness is welcome.
Yes, it is available in both interior and exterior formulations across Benjamin Moore's standard finish options. For walls, an eggshell or matte finish will keep the color looking earthy and soft. A satin finish adds a little more durability and is a reasonable choice for trim or in bathrooms.
It depends heavily on your light source and room orientation. In warm light or south-facing rooms, the green comes forward. In cool or north-facing light, the gray takes over and it can read almost like a soft slate. Sampling it on your actual wall before committing is genuinely worth the effort here.
The Benjamin Moore code is 705. The hex and RGB values are displayed in the color spec block on this page.