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Benjamin Moore Jack and the Beanstalk 442

Jack and the Beanstalk

Benjamin Moore

442

About Jack and the Beanstalk by Benjamin Moore

Jack and the Beanstalk 442 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 66% and hue near 103° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 65.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #cbd8c6

RGB: 203, 216, 198

Hue103°

Saturation19%

Lightness81%

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

Is Jack and the Beanstalk 442 a warm or cool color?
Jack and the Beanstalk by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Jack and the Beanstalk?
Jack and the Beanstalk sits in the green family. Its hue is about 103°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Jack and the Beanstalk?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 103°. The hex value is #cbd8c6. The RGB value is 203, 216, 198.
Is Jack and the Beanstalk better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk?
You can match Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk work best in a home?
Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk compare to a pure white paint?
Jack and the Beanstalk is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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