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Benjamin Moore Bare Essence CSP-275

Bare Essence

Benjamin Moore

CSP-275

About Bare Essence by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 64.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ded0b9

RGB: 222, 208, 185

Hue37°

Saturation36%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Bare Essence

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CSP-275

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Bare Essence CSP-275 a warm or cool color?
Bare Essence 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 Bare Essence?
Bare Essence sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 37°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Bare Essence?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 37°. The hex value is #ded0b9. The RGB value is 222, 208, 185.
Is Bare Essence better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Bare Essence has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Bare Essence?
You can match Bare Essence 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 Bare Essence work best in a home?
Bare Essence 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 Bare Essence compare to a pure white paint?
Bare Essence 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 Bare Essence in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Bare Essence

Benjamin Moore

CSP-275

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Bare Essence

Benjamin Moore

CSP-275

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Bare Essence

Benjamin Moore

CSP-275

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Stucco

Sherwin Williams

SW7569

Dirty Martini

Sherwin Williams

SW9119

Canvas Tan

Sherwin Williams

SW7531

Chopsticks

Sherwin Williams

SW7575