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Benjamin Moore Amber Waves 2159-40

Amber Waves

Benjamin Moore

2159-40

About Amber Waves by Benjamin Moore

Amber Waves 2159-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 57% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 56.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ecbf7f

RGB: 236, 191, 127

Hue35°

Saturation74%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Amber Waves 2159-40 a warm or cool color?
Amber Waves by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Amber Waves?
Amber Waves sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Amber Waves?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 74%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #ecbf7f. The RGB value is 236, 191, 127.
Is Amber Waves better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Amber Waves has brightness around 57%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Amber Waves?
You can match Amber Waves 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 Waves work best in a home?
Amber Waves 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 Waves compare to a pure white paint?
Amber Waves is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Waves in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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