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Benjamin Moore Crisp Linen CSP-305

Crisp Linen

Benjamin Moore

CSP-305

About Crisp Linen by Benjamin Moore

Crisp Linen CSP-305 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 92% and hue near 50° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 91.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f9f6e7

RGB: 249, 246, 231

Hue50°

Saturation60%

Lightness94%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Linen

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CSP-305

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Crisp Linen CSP-305 a warm or cool color?
Crisp Linen 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 Crisp Linen?
Crisp Linen sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 50°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Crisp Linen?
Brightness is about 92%. Saturation is around 60%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 94%. Hue is close to 50°. The hex value is #f9f6e7. The RGB value is 249, 246, 231.
Is Crisp Linen better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Crisp Linen has brightness around 92%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Crisp Linen?
You can match Crisp Linen 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 Crisp Linen work best in a home?
Crisp Linen 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 Crisp Linen compare to a pure white paint?
Crisp Linen 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 Crisp Linen in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Crisp Linen

Benjamin Moore

CSP-305

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Linen

Benjamin Moore

CSP-305

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Linen

Benjamin Moore

CSP-305

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

SOFT CREAM

Glidden

PPG1205-2

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OYSTER CRACKER

Glidden

PPG1108-1

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COMBED COTTON

Glidden

PPG1205-1

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Sleek White

Behr

OR-W15

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