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Benjamin Moore Palace Ochre CW-425

Palace Ochre

Benjamin Moore

CW-425

About Palace Ochre by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 33.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #bb9951

RGB: 187, 153, 81

Hue41°

Saturation44%

Lightness53%

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

Is Palace Ochre CW-425 a warm or cool color?
Palace 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 Palace Ochre?
Palace 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 Palace 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 Palace Ochre better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Palace 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 Palace Ochre?
You can match Palace 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 Palace Ochre work best in a home?
Palace 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 Palace Ochre compare to a pure white paint?
Palace 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 Palace Ochre 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 Palace Ochre 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 Palace Ochre. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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