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Benjamin Moore Ochre 2151-30

Ochre

Benjamin Moore

2151-30

About Ochre by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 33.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #bb9951

RGB: 187, 153, 81

Hue41°

Saturation44%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Ochre

Benjamin Moore

2151-30

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Ochre 2151-30 a warm or cool color?
Ochre by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Ochre?
Ochre sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ochre?
Brightness is about 34%. Saturation is around 44%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #bb9951. The RGB value is 187, 153, 81.
Is Ochre better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ochre has brightness around 34%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Ochre?
You can match Ochre 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 Ochre work best in a home?
Ochre 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 Ochre compare to a pure white paint?
Ochre is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Ochre in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Ochre

Benjamin Moore

2151-30

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Ochre

Benjamin Moore

2151-30

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Ochre

Benjamin Moore

2151-30

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