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Benjamin Moore Fresco Urbain 1253

Fresco Urbain

Benjamin Moore

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About Fresco Urbain by Benjamin Moore

Fresco Urbain 1253 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 8% and hue near 9° 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: 8.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #5f4e4b

RGB: 95, 78, 75

Hue

Saturation12%

Lightness33%

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

Is Fresco Urbain 1253 a warm or cool color?
Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain?
Fresco Urbain sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 9°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Fresco Urbain?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 9°. The hex value is #5f4e4b. The RGB value is 95, 78, 75.
Is Fresco Urbain better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Fresco Urbain has brightness around 8%. 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 Fresco Urbain?
You can match Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain work best in a home?
Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain compare to a pure white paint?
Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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