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Benjamin Moore Calla Lily 283

Calla Lily

Benjamin Moore

283

About Calla Lily by Benjamin Moore

Calla Lily 283 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 83% and hue near 49° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 83.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7ecba

RGB: 247, 236, 186

Hue49°

Saturation79%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Calla Lily 283 a warm or cool color?
Calla Lily by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Calla Lily?
Calla Lily sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 49°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Calla Lily?
Brightness is about 83%. Saturation is around 79%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 49°. The hex value is #f7ecba. The RGB value is 247, 236, 186.
Is Calla Lily better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Calla Lily has brightness around 83%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Calla Lily?
You can match Calla Lily 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 Calla Lily work best in a home?
Calla Lily is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Calla Lily compare to a pure white paint?
Calla Lily is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Calla Lily 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 Calla Lily 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 Calla Lily. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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