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Benjamin Moore Nimbus 1465

Nimbus

Benjamin Moore

1465

About Nimbus by Benjamin Moore

Nimbus 1465 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 60% and hue near 44° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 60.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cfccc4

RGB: 207, 204, 196

Hue44°

Saturation10%

Lightness79%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Nimbus 1465 a warm or cool color?
Nimbus 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 Nimbus?
Nimbus sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 44°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Nimbus?
Brightness is about 60%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 44°. The hex value is #cfccc4. The RGB value is 207, 204, 196.
Is Nimbus better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Nimbus has brightness around 60%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Nimbus?
You can match Nimbus 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 Nimbus work best in a home?
Nimbus 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 Nimbus compare to a pure white paint?
Nimbus 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 Nimbus 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 Nimbus 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 Nimbus. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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