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Benjamin Moore Picante 006

Picante

Benjamin Moore

006

About Picante by Benjamin Moore

Picante 006 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 29% and hue near 8° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 29.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ea6d5a

RGB: 234, 109, 90

Hue

Saturation77%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Picante 006 a warm or cool color?
Picante 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 Picante?
Picante sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 8°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Picante?
Brightness is about 29%. Saturation is around 77%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 8°. The hex value is #ea6d5a. The RGB value is 234, 109, 90.
Is Picante better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Picante has brightness around 29%. 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 Picante?
You can match Picante 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 Picante work best in a home?
Picante 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 Picante compare to a pure white paint?
Picante 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 Picante 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 Picante 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 Picante. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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