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Benjamin Moore Barley 199

Barley

Benjamin Moore

199

About Barley by Benjamin Moore

Barley 199 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 69% and hue near 42° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 69.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #edd7a4

RGB: 237, 215, 164

Hue42°

Saturation67%

Lightness79%

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

Is Barley 199 a warm or cool color?
Barley 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 Barley?
Barley sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 42°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Barley?
Brightness is about 69%. Saturation is around 67%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #edd7a4. The RGB value is 237, 215, 164.
Is Barley better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Barley has brightness around 69%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Barley?
You can match Barley 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 Barley work best in a home?
Barley 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 Barley compare to a pure white paint?
Barley 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 Barley 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 Barley 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 Barley. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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