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Benjamin Moore Butte Rock AC-8

Butte Rock

Benjamin Moore

AC-8

About Butte Rock by Benjamin Moore

Butte Rock AC-8 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 43% and hue near 32° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 43.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c8ab8b

RGB: 200, 171, 139

Hue32°

Saturation36%

Lightness67%

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

Is Butte Rock AC-8 a warm or cool color?
Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock?
Butte Rock sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Butte Rock?
Brightness is about 43%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #c8ab8b. The RGB value is 200, 171, 139.
Is Butte Rock better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Butte Rock has brightness around 43%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Butte Rock?
You can match Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock work best in a home?
Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock compare to a pure white paint?
Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock 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 Butte Rock. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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