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Benjamin Moore Oriole 2169-30

Oriole

Benjamin Moore

2169-30

About Oriole by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 29.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e17751

RGB: 225, 119, 81

Hue16°

Saturation71%

Lightness60%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Oriole

Benjamin Moore

2169-30

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Oriole 2169-30 a warm or cool color?
Oriole 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 Oriole?
Oriole sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 16°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Oriole?
Brightness is about 30%. Saturation is around 71%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 60%. Hue is close to 16°. The hex value is #e17751. The RGB value is 225, 119, 81.
Is Oriole better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Oriole has brightness around 30%. 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 Oriole?
You can match Oriole 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 Oriole work best in a home?
Oriole 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 Oriole compare to a pure white paint?
Oriole 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 Oriole in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Oriole

Benjamin Moore

2169-30

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Oriole

Benjamin Moore

2169-30

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Oriole

Benjamin Moore

2169-30

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Knockout Orange

Sherwin Williams

SW6885

RUSTIC POTTERY

Glidden

PPG1193-6

Emberglow

Sherwin Williams

SW6627

CLAY POT

Glidden

PPG1194-6