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Benjamin Moore Cotton Candy 1268

Cotton Candy

Benjamin Moore

1268

About Cotton Candy by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 77.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f6dfe0

RGB: 246, 223, 224

Hue357°

Saturation56%

Lightness92%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Cotton Candy 1268 a warm or cool color?
Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy?
Cotton Candy sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 357°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cotton Candy?
Brightness is about 78%. Saturation is around 56%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 92%. Hue is close to 357°. The hex value is #f6dfe0. The RGB value is 246, 223, 224.
Is Cotton Candy better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cotton Candy has brightness around 78%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Cotton Candy?
You can match Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy work best in a home?
Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy compare to a pure white paint?
Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy 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 Cotton Candy. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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