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Benjamin Moore Painted Sands 1142

Painted Sands

Benjamin Moore

1142

About Painted Sands by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 70%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ebd7bf

RGB: 235, 215, 191

Hue33°

Saturation52%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Painted Sands 1142 a warm or cool color?
Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands?
Painted Sands sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Painted Sands?
Brightness is about 70%. Saturation is around 52%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #ebd7bf. The RGB value is 235, 215, 191.
Is Painted Sands better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Painted Sands has brightness around 70%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Painted Sands?
You can match Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands work best in a home?
Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands compare to a pure white paint?
Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands 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 Painted Sands. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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