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Benjamin Moore Serendipity AF-205

Serendipity

Benjamin Moore

AF-205

About Serendipity by Benjamin Moore

Serendipity AF-205 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 26° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 47.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d9b091

RGB: 217, 176, 145

Hue26°

Saturation49%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Serendipity AF-205 a warm or cool color?
Serendipity by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Serendipity?
Serendipity sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 26°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Serendipity?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 49%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 26°. The hex value is #d9b091. The RGB value is 217, 176, 145.
Is Serendipity better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Serendipity has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Serendipity?
You can match Serendipity 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 Serendipity work best in a home?
Serendipity 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 Serendipity compare to a pure white paint?
Serendipity is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Serendipity 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 Serendipity 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 Serendipity. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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