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Benjamin Moore Douglas Fern 563

Douglas Fern

Benjamin Moore

563

About Douglas Fern by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 56.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #aad0ac

RGB: 170, 208, 172

Hue123°

Saturation29%

Lightness74%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Douglas Fern 563 a warm or cool color?
Douglas Fern by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Douglas Fern?
Douglas Fern sits in the green family. Its hue is about 123°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Douglas Fern?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 123°. The hex value is #aad0ac. The RGB value is 170, 208, 172.
Is Douglas Fern better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Douglas Fern has brightness around 57%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Douglas Fern?
You can match Douglas Fern 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 Douglas Fern work best in a home?
Douglas Fern 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 Douglas Fern compare to a pure white paint?
Douglas Fern is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Douglas Fern 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 Douglas Fern 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 Douglas Fern. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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