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Benjamin Moore American Cheese 2019-40

American Cheese

Benjamin Moore

2019-40

About American Cheese by Benjamin Moore

American Cheese 2019-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 71% and hue near 44° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 70.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ffd766

RGB: 255, 215, 102

Hue44°

Saturation100%

Lightness70%

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These are close matches to American Cheese 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 American Cheese looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is American Cheese 2019-40 a warm or cool color?
American Cheese 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 American Cheese?
American Cheese sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 44°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for American Cheese?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 100%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 44°. The hex value is #ffd766. The RGB value is 255, 215, 102.
Is American Cheese better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
American Cheese has brightness around 71%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with American Cheese?
You can match American Cheese 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 American Cheese work best in a home?
American Cheese 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 American Cheese compare to a pure white paint?
American Cheese 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 American Cheese 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 American Cheese 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 American Cheese. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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