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Benjamin Moore Minstrel Heart 1297

Minstrel Heart

Benjamin Moore

1297

About Minstrel Heart by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 42.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e69a95

RGB: 230, 154, 149

Hue

Saturation62%

Lightness74%

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

Is Minstrel Heart 1297 a warm or cool color?
Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart?
Minstrel Heart sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 4°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Minstrel Heart?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 62%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 4°. The hex value is #e69a95. The RGB value is 230, 154, 149.
Is Minstrel Heart better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Minstrel Heart has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Minstrel Heart?
You can match Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart work best in a home?
Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart compare to a pure white paint?
Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart 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 Minstrel Heart. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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