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Benjamin Moore French Canvas OC-41

French Canvas

Benjamin Moore

OC-41

About French Canvas by Benjamin Moore

French Canvas OC-41 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 76% and hue near 53° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 76.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e5e3d4

RGB: 229, 227, 212

Hue53°

Saturation25%

Lightness87%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

French Canvas

Benjamin Moore

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is French Canvas OC-41 a warm or cool color?
French Canvas by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is French Canvas?
French Canvas sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 53°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for French Canvas?
Brightness is about 76%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 53°. The hex value is #e5e3d4. The RGB value is 229, 227, 212.
Is French Canvas better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
French Canvas has brightness around 76%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with French Canvas?
You can match French Canvas 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 French Canvas work best in a home?
French Canvas is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does French Canvas compare to a pure white paint?
French Canvas is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 French Canvas in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

French Canvas

Benjamin Moore

OC-41

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

French Canvas

Benjamin Moore

OC-41

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

French Canvas

Benjamin Moore

OC-41

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