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Benjamin Moore Albescent OC-40

Albescent

Benjamin Moore

OC-40

About Albescent by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 77.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ebe3cf

RGB: 235, 227, 207

Hue43°

Saturation41%

Lightness87%

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These are close matches to Albescent from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Albescent

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Albescent looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Albescent OC-40 a warm or cool color?
Albescent by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Albescent?
Albescent sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Albescent?
Brightness is about 77%. Saturation is around 41%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #ebe3cf. The RGB value is 235, 227, 207.
Is Albescent better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Albescent has brightness around 77%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Albescent?
You can match Albescent with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Albescent work best in a home?
Albescent is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Albescent compare to a pure white paint?
Albescent is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Albescent in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Albescent

Benjamin Moore

OC-40

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Albescent in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Albescent

Benjamin Moore

OC-40

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Albescent. They add contrast without clashing.

Albescent

Benjamin Moore

OC-40

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