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Benjamin Moore Moir Gold CW-280

Moir Gold

Benjamin Moore

CW-280

About Moir Gold by Benjamin Moore

Moir Gold CW-280 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 65% and hue near 38° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 64.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f2cd8f

RGB: 242, 205, 143

Hue38°

Saturation79%

Lightness76%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Moir Gold CW-280 a warm or cool color?
Moir Gold 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 Moir Gold?
Moir Gold sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Moir Gold?
Brightness is about 65%. Saturation is around 79%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #f2cd8f. The RGB value is 242, 205, 143.
Is Moir Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Moir Gold has brightness around 65%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Moir Gold?
You can match Moir 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 Moir Gold work best in a home?
Moir 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 Moir Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Moir Gold 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 Moir 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 Moir 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 Moir Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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