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Benjamin Moore Pompeii OC-82

Pompeii

Benjamin Moore

OC-82

About Pompeii by Benjamin Moore

Pompeii OC-82 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 83% and hue near 39° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 83.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f5ead6

RGB: 245, 234, 214

Hue39°

Saturation61%

Lightness90%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Pompeii OC-82 a warm or cool color?
Pompeii 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 Pompeii?
Pompeii sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 39°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Pompeii?
Brightness is about 83%. Saturation is around 61%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 90%. Hue is close to 39°. The hex value is #f5ead6. The RGB value is 245, 234, 214.
Is Pompeii better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Pompeii has brightness around 83%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Pompeii?
You can match Pompeii 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 Pompeii work best in a home?
Pompeii 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 Pompeii compare to a pure white paint?
Pompeii 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 Pompeii 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 Pompeii 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 Pompeii. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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