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Benjamin Moore Cornsilk 198

Cornsilk

Benjamin Moore

198

About Cornsilk by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 76%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f2e1b4

RGB: 242, 225, 180

Hue44°

Saturation71%

Lightness83%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Cornsilk

Benjamin Moore

198

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Cornsilk 198 a warm or cool color?
Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk?
Cornsilk sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 44°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cornsilk?
Brightness is about 76%. Saturation is around 71%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 83%. Hue is close to 44°. The hex value is #f2e1b4. The RGB value is 242, 225, 180.
Is Cornsilk better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cornsilk has brightness around 76%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Cornsilk?
You can match Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk work best in a home?
Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk compare to a pure white paint?
Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Cornsilk

Benjamin Moore

198

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Cornsilk

Benjamin Moore

198

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Cornsilk

Benjamin Moore

198

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

BELGIAN WAFFLE

Glidden

PPG1208-3

Lantern Light

Sherwin Williams

SW6687

Glad Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6694

Full Moon

Sherwin Williams

SW6679