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Benjamin Moore Dried Basil 1510

Dried Basil

Benjamin Moore

1510

About Dried Basil by Benjamin Moore

Dried Basil 1510 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 50° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 39.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #aea98f

RGB: 174, 169, 143

Hue50°

Saturation16%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Dried Basil 1510 a warm or cool color?
Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil?
Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 50°. The hex value is #aea98f. The RGB value is 174, 169, 143.
Is Dried Basil better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dried Basil has brightness around 39%. 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 Dried Basil?
You can match Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil work best in a home?
Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil compare to a pure white paint?
Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil 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 Dried Basil. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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