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Benjamin Moore Sesame 381

Sesame

Benjamin Moore

381

About Sesame by Benjamin Moore

Sesame 381 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 66% and hue near 54° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 65.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dbd6a7

RGB: 219, 214, 167

Hue54°

Saturation42%

Lightness76%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Sesame 381 a warm or cool color?
Sesame 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 Sesame?
Sesame sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 54°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sesame?
Brightness is about 66%. Saturation is around 42%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 54°. The hex value is #dbd6a7. The RGB value is 219, 214, 167.
Is Sesame better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sesame has brightness around 66%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sesame?
You can match Sesame 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 Sesame work best in a home?
Sesame 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 Sesame compare to a pure white paint?
Sesame 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 Sesame 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 Sesame 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 Sesame. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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