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Benjamin Moore Cattail CSP-295

Cattail

Benjamin Moore

CSP-295

About Cattail by Benjamin Moore

Cattail CSP-295 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 25° 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: 14.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #886348

RGB: 136, 99, 72

Hue25°

Saturation31%

Lightness41%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Cattail CSP-295 a warm or cool color?
Cattail 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 Cattail?
Cattail sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 25°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cattail?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 31%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 41%. Hue is close to 25°. The hex value is #886348. The RGB value is 136, 99, 72.
Is Cattail better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cattail has brightness around 15%. 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 Cattail?
You can match Cattail 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 Cattail work best in a home?
Cattail 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 Cattail compare to a pure white paint?
Cattail 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 Cattail 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 Cattail 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 Cattail. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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