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Benjamin Moore Milk Shake 1165

Milk Shake

Benjamin Moore

1165

About Milk Shake by Benjamin Moore

Milk Shake 1165 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 56% and hue near 23° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 56%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dcc0af

RGB: 220, 192, 175

Hue23°

Saturation39%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Milk Shake 1165 a warm or cool color?
Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake?
Milk Shake sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 23°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Milk Shake?
Brightness is about 56%. Saturation is around 39%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 23°. The hex value is #dcc0af. The RGB value is 220, 192, 175.
Is Milk Shake better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Milk Shake has brightness around 56%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Milk Shake?
You can match Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake work best in a home?
Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake compare to a pure white paint?
Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake 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 Milk Shake. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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