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Gamboge

Benjamin Moore

CW-285

About Gamboge by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 49.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e6b271

RGB: 230, 178, 113

Hue33°

Saturation70%

Lightness67%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Gamboge

Benjamin Moore

CW-285

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Gamboge CW-285 a warm or cool color?
Gamboge 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 Gamboge?
Gamboge sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gamboge?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 70%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #e6b271. The RGB value is 230, 178, 113.
Is Gamboge better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gamboge has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Gamboge?
You can match Gamboge 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 Gamboge work best in a home?
Gamboge 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 Gamboge compare to a pure white paint?
Gamboge 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 Gamboge in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Gamboge

Benjamin Moore

CW-285

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Gamboge

Benjamin Moore

CW-285

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Gamboge

Benjamin Moore

CW-285

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Torchlight

Sherwin Williams

SW6374

LION'S MANE

Glidden

PPG1207-5

APOLLO GOLD

Glidden

PPG16-11

BOLD BUTTERSCOTCH

Glidden

PPG12-08