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Benjamin Moore Brazen 259

Brazen

Benjamin Moore

259

About Brazen by Benjamin Moore

Brazen 259 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 24% and hue near 41° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 23.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9d8246

RGB: 157, 130, 70

Hue41°

Saturation38%

Lightness45%

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

Is Brazen 259 a warm or cool color?
Brazen by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Brazen?
Brazen sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Brazen?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 45%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #9d8246. The RGB value is 157, 130, 70.
Is Brazen better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Brazen has brightness around 24%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Brazen?
You can match Brazen 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 Brazen work best in a home?
Brazen 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 Brazen compare to a pure white paint?
Brazen is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Brazen 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 Brazen 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 Brazen. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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