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Benjamin Moore San Diego Cream 921

San Diego Cream

Benjamin Moore

921

About San Diego Cream by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 84.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7ecd3

RGB: 247, 236, 211

Hue42°

Saturation69%

Lightness90%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is San Diego Cream 921 a warm or cool color?
San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream?
San Diego Cream sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 42°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for San Diego Cream?
Brightness is about 85%. Saturation is around 69%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 90%. Hue is close to 42°. The hex value is #f7ecd3. The RGB value is 247, 236, 211.
Is San Diego Cream better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
San Diego Cream has brightness around 85%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with San Diego Cream?
You can match San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream work best in a home?
San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream compare to a pure white paint?
San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream 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 San Diego Cream. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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