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Benjamin Moore Barren Plain 2111-60

Barren Plain

Benjamin Moore

2111-60

About Barren Plain by Benjamin Moore

Barren Plain 2111-60 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 63% 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: 63.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d3d0c9

RGB: 211, 208, 201

Hue42°

Saturation10%

Lightness81%

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

Is Barren Plain 2111-60 a warm or cool color?
Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain?
Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain?
Brightness is about 63%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #d3d0c9. The RGB value is 211, 208, 201.
Is Barren Plain better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Barren Plain has brightness around 63%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Barren Plain?
You can match Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain work best in a home?
Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain compare to a pure white paint?
Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain 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 Barren Plain. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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