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Benjamin Moore Gentle Butterfly 2173-70

Gentle Butterfly

Benjamin Moore

2173-70

About Gentle Butterfly by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 83%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7e8e2

RGB: 247, 232, 226

Hue17°

Saturation57%

Lightness93%

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

Is Gentle Butterfly 2173-70 a warm or cool color?
Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly?
Gentle Butterfly sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 17°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gentle Butterfly?
Brightness is about 83%. Saturation is around 57%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 93%. Hue is close to 17°. The hex value is #f7e8e2. The RGB value is 247, 232, 226.
Is Gentle Butterfly better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gentle Butterfly has brightness around 83%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Gentle Butterfly?
You can match Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly work best in a home?
Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly compare to a pure white paint?
Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly 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 Gentle Butterfly. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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