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Benjamin Moore Charmeuse AF-265

Charmeuse

Benjamin Moore

AF-265

About Charmeuse by Benjamin Moore

Charmeuse AF-265 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 62% and hue near 24° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 62.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dbccc2

RGB: 219, 204, 194

Hue24°

Saturation26%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Charmeuse AF-265 a warm or cool color?
Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse?
Charmeuse sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 24°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Charmeuse?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 24°. The hex value is #dbccc2. The RGB value is 219, 204, 194.
Is Charmeuse better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Charmeuse has brightness around 62%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Charmeuse?
You can match Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse work best in a home?
Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse compare to a pure white paint?
Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse 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 Charmeuse. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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