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Benjamin Moore Crisp Straw 2157-50

Crisp Straw

Benjamin Moore

2157-50

About Crisp Straw by Benjamin Moore

Crisp Straw 2157-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 71% and hue near 30° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 70.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f9d5b0

RGB: 249, 213, 176

Hue30°

Saturation86%

Lightness83%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Straw

Benjamin Moore

2157-50

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Crisp Straw 2157-50 a warm or cool color?
Crisp Straw 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 Straw?
Crisp Straw sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 30°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Crisp Straw?
Brightness is about 71%. Saturation is around 86%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 83%. Hue is close to 30°. The hex value is #f9d5b0. The RGB value is 249, 213, 176.
Is Crisp Straw better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Crisp Straw has brightness around 71%. 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 Straw?
You can match Crisp Straw 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 Straw work best in a home?
Crisp Straw 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 Straw compare to a pure white paint?
Crisp Straw 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 Straw in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Crisp Straw

Benjamin Moore

2157-50

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Straw

Benjamin Moore

2157-50

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Crisp Straw

Benjamin Moore

2157-50

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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