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Benjamin Moore Elemental AF-400

Elemental

Benjamin Moore

AF-400

About Elemental by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 40.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b1ac8d

RGB: 177, 172, 141

Hue52°

Saturation19%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elemental

Benjamin Moore

AF-400

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Elemental AF-400 a warm or cool color?
Elemental by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Elemental?
Elemental sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 52°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Elemental?
Brightness is about 41%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 52°. The hex value is #b1ac8d. The RGB value is 177, 172, 141.
Is Elemental better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Elemental has brightness around 41%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Elemental?
You can match Elemental 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 Elemental work best in a home?
Elemental 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 Elemental compare to a pure white paint?
Elemental is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Elemental in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Elemental

Benjamin Moore

AF-400

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Elemental

Benjamin Moore

AF-400

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Elemental

Benjamin Moore

AF-400

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

GREEN GRAY MIST

Glidden

PPG1113-4

OLIVE IT

Glidden

PPG1032-3

LIVELY IVY

Glidden

PPG11-30

Sage

Sherwin Williams

SW2860