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Benjamin Moore Old Montreal CC-398

Old Montreal

Benjamin Moore

CC-398

About Old Montreal by Benjamin Moore

Old Montreal CC-398 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 50% and hue near 30° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 50.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cab9a8

RGB: 202, 185, 168

Hue30°

Saturation24%

Lightness73%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Old Montreal CC-398 a warm or cool color?
Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal?
Old Montreal sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 30°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Old Montreal?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 30°. The hex value is #cab9a8. The RGB value is 202, 185, 168.
Is Old Montreal better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Old Montreal has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Old Montreal?
You can match Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal work best in a home?
Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal compare to a pure white paint?
Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal 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 Old Montreal. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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