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Ginseng Root

Benjamin Moore

386

About Ginseng Root by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 86.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f5f0cd

RGB: 245, 240, 205

Hue53°

Saturation67%

Lightness88%

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Ginseng Root 386 a warm or cool color?
Ginseng Root 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 Ginseng Root?
Ginseng Root 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 Ginseng Root?
Brightness is about 86%. Saturation is around 67%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 88%. Hue is close to 53°. The hex value is #f5f0cd. The RGB value is 245, 240, 205.
Is Ginseng Root better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ginseng Root has brightness around 86%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Ginseng Root?
You can match Ginseng Root 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 Ginseng Root work best in a home?
Ginseng Root 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 Ginseng Root compare to a pure white paint?
Ginseng Root 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 Ginseng Root in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Ginseng Root

Benjamin Moore

386

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Ginseng Root

Benjamin Moore

386

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Ginseng Root

Benjamin Moore

386

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