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Benjamin Moore Ivy League 516

Ivy League

Benjamin Moore

516

About Ivy League by Benjamin Moore

Ivy League 516 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 45° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 26.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #988b65

RGB: 152, 139, 101

Hue45°

Saturation20%

Lightness50%

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

Is Ivy League 516 a warm or cool color?
Ivy League by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Ivy League?
Ivy League sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 45°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ivy League?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 50%. Hue is close to 45°. The hex value is #988b65. The RGB value is 152, 139, 101.
Is Ivy League better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ivy League has brightness around 26%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Ivy League?
You can match Ivy League 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 League work best in a home?
Ivy League 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 League compare to a pure white paint?
Ivy League is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 League 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 League 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 League. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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