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Benjamin Moore Ivy Lane 523

Ivy Lane

Benjamin Moore

523

About Ivy Lane by Benjamin Moore

Ivy Lane 523 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 55° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 42.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b4b085

RGB: 180, 176, 133

Hue55°

Saturation24%

Lightness61%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Ivy Lane 523 a warm or cool color?
Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane?
Ivy Lane sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 55°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ivy Lane?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 61%. Hue is close to 55°. The hex value is #b4b085. The RGB value is 180, 176, 133.
Is Ivy Lane better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ivy Lane has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Ivy Lane?
You can match Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane work best in a home?
Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane compare to a pure white paint?
Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane 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 Ivy Lane. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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