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Benjamin Moore Oatmeal 268

Oatmeal

Benjamin Moore

268

About Oatmeal by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 77%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ece3ca

RGB: 236, 227, 202

Hue44°

Saturation47%

Lightness86%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Oatmeal from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Oatmeal

Benjamin Moore

268

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Oatmeal looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Oatmeal 268 a warm or cool color?
Oatmeal by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Oatmeal?
Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal?
Brightness is about 77%. Saturation is around 47%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 86%. Hue is close to 44°. The hex value is #ece3ca. The RGB value is 236, 227, 202.
Is Oatmeal better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Oatmeal has brightness around 77%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Oatmeal?
You can match Oatmeal 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 Oatmeal work best in a home?
Oatmeal is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Oatmeal compare to a pure white paint?
Oatmeal is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Oatmeal in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Oatmeal

Benjamin Moore

268

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Oatmeal in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Oatmeal

Benjamin Moore

268

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Oatmeal. They add contrast without clashing.

Oatmeal

Benjamin Moore

268

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