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Benjamin Moore Lichen Stone CSP-820

Lichen Stone

Benjamin Moore

CSP-820

About Lichen Stone by Benjamin Moore

Lichen Stone CSP-820 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 51% and hue near 53° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 50.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c2be9f

RGB: 194, 190, 159

Hue53°

Saturation22%

Lightness69%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Lichen Stone CSP-820 a warm or cool color?
Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone?
Lichen Stone sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 53°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lichen Stone?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 22%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 69%. Hue is close to 53°. The hex value is #c2be9f. The RGB value is 194, 190, 159.
Is Lichen Stone better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lichen Stone has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Lichen Stone?
You can match Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone work best in a home?
Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone compare to a pure white paint?
Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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