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Benjamin Moore Apricot Beige 1205

Apricot Beige

Benjamin Moore

1205

About Apricot Beige by Benjamin Moore

Apricot Beige 1205 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 57% and hue near 24° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 57.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e2c1ab

RGB: 226, 193, 171

Hue24°

Saturation49%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Apricot Beige 1205 a warm or cool color?
Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige?
Apricot Beige sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 24°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Apricot Beige?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 49%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 24°. The hex value is #e2c1ab. The RGB value is 226, 193, 171.
Is Apricot Beige better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige?
You can match Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige work best in a home?
Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige compare to a pure white paint?
Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige 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 Apricot Beige. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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