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Benjamin Moore Cedar ES-40

Cedar

Benjamin Moore

ES-40

About Cedar by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 41.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e89b49

RGB: 232, 155, 73

Hue31°

Saturation78%

Lightness60%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Cedar ES-40 a warm or cool color?
Cedar 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 Cedar?
Cedar sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 31°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cedar?
Brightness is about 41%. Saturation is around 78%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 60%. Hue is close to 31°. The hex value is #e89b49. The RGB value is 232, 155, 73.
Is Cedar better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cedar has brightness around 41%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Cedar?
You can match Cedar 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 Cedar work best in a home?
Cedar 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 Cedar compare to a pure white paint?
Cedar 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 Cedar 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 Cedar 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 Cedar. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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