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Benjamin Moore Amber 168

Amber

Benjamin Moore

168

About Amber by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 28.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c58240

RGB: 197, 130, 64

Hue30°

Saturation53%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Amber

Benjamin Moore

168

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Amber 168 a warm or cool color?
Amber by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Amber?
Amber sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 30°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Amber?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 30°. The hex value is #c58240. The RGB value is 197, 130, 64.
Is Amber better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Amber has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Amber?
You can match Amber 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 Amber work best in a home?
Amber works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Amber compare to a pure white paint?
Amber is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Amber in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Amber

Benjamin Moore

168

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Amber

Benjamin Moore

168

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Amber

Benjamin Moore

168

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Amber. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

GINGER BEER

Glidden

PPG1202-7

Rookwood Amber

Sherwin Williams

SW2817

Butter Rum

Behr

PPU4-03

Tassel

Sherwin Williams

SW6369