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Benjamin Moore Cancun Sand 2016-70

Cancun Sand

Benjamin Moore

2016-70

About Cancun Sand by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 90.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fcf3de

RGB: 252, 243, 222

Hue42°

Saturation83%

Lightness93%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Cancun Sand from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Cancun Sand

Benjamin Moore

2016-70

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Cancun Sand looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Cancun Sand 2016-70 a warm or cool color?
Cancun Sand 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 Cancun Sand?
Cancun Sand 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 Cancun Sand?
Brightness is about 90%. Saturation is around 83%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 93%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #fcf3de. The RGB value is 252, 243, 222.
Is Cancun Sand better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cancun Sand has brightness around 90%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Cancun Sand?
You can match Cancun Sand 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 Cancun Sand work best in a home?
Cancun Sand 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 Cancun Sand compare to a pure white paint?
Cancun Sand 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 Cancun Sand in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Cancun Sand

Benjamin Moore

2016-70

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Cancun Sand in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Cancun Sand

Benjamin Moore

2016-70

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Cancun Sand. They add contrast without clashing.

Cancun Sand

Benjamin Moore

2016-70

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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