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Benjamin Moore Cupcake 2099-20

Cupcake

Benjamin Moore

2099-20

About Cupcake by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 9.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #734d3e

RGB: 115, 77, 62

Hue17°

Saturation30%

Lightness35%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Cupcake 2099-20 a warm or cool color?
Cupcake by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cupcake?
Cupcake sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 17°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cupcake?
Brightness is about 9%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 35%. Hue is close to 17°. The hex value is #734d3e. The RGB value is 115, 77, 62.
Is Cupcake better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cupcake has brightness around 9%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Cupcake?
You can match Cupcake 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 Cupcake work best in a home?
Cupcake 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 Cupcake compare to a pure white paint?
Cupcake is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Cupcake 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 Cupcake 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 Cupcake. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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