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Benjamin Moore El Sereno Gold 223

El Sereno Gold

Benjamin Moore

223

About El Sereno Gold by Benjamin Moore

El Sereno Gold 223 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 34% and hue near 40° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 33.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b9995b

RGB: 185, 153, 91

Hue40°

Saturation40%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is El Sereno Gold 223 a warm or cool color?
El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold?
El Sereno Gold sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for El Sereno Gold?
Brightness is about 34%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #b9995b. The RGB value is 185, 153, 91.
Is El Sereno Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
El Sereno Gold has brightness around 34%. 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 El Sereno Gold?
You can match El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold work best in a home?
El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold compare to a pure white paint?
El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold 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 El Sereno Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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