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Benjamin Moore Glimmer 342

Glimmer

Benjamin Moore

342

About Glimmer by Benjamin Moore

Glimmer 342 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 68% and hue near 48° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 68.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7d64f

RGB: 247, 214, 79

Hue48°

Saturation91%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Glimmer 342 a warm or cool color?
Glimmer 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 Glimmer?
Glimmer sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 48°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Glimmer?
Brightness is about 68%. Saturation is around 91%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 48°. The hex value is #f7d64f. The RGB value is 247, 214, 79.
Is Glimmer better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Glimmer has brightness around 68%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Glimmer?
You can match Glimmer 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 Glimmer work best in a home?
Glimmer 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 Glimmer compare to a pure white paint?
Glimmer 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 Glimmer 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 Glimmer 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 Glimmer. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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