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Benjamin Moore Livingston Gold HC-16

Livingston Gold

Benjamin Moore

HC-16

About Livingston Gold by Benjamin Moore

Livingston Gold HC-16 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 27% and hue near 41° 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: 26.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a08b5f

RGB: 160, 139, 95

Hue41°

Saturation26%

Lightness50%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Livingston Gold HC-16 a warm or cool color?
Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold?
Livingston Gold sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Livingston Gold?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 50%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #a08b5f. The RGB value is 160, 139, 95.
Is Livingston Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Livingston Gold has brightness around 27%. 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 Livingston Gold?
You can match Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold work best in a home?
Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold 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 Livingston Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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