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Benjamin Moore Glowing Apricot 165

Glowing Apricot

Benjamin Moore

165

About Glowing Apricot by Benjamin Moore

Glowing Apricot 165 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 66% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 66.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f3cf9c

RGB: 243, 207, 156

Hue35°

Saturation78%

Lightness78%

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

Is Glowing Apricot 165 a warm or cool color?
Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot?
Glowing Apricot sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Glowing Apricot?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 78%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #f3cf9c. The RGB value is 243, 207, 156.
Is Glowing Apricot better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Glowing Apricot has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Glowing Apricot?
You can match Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot work best in a home?
Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot compare to a pure white paint?
Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot 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 Glowing Apricot. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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