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Benjamin Moore Sharp Cheddar 2017-20

Sharp Cheddar

Benjamin Moore

2017-20

About Sharp Cheddar by Benjamin Moore

Sharp Cheddar 2017-20 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 32° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 41.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fc931e

RGB: 252, 147, 30

Hue32°

Saturation97%

Lightness55%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Sharp Cheddar from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Sharp Cheddar

Benjamin Moore

2017-20

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sharp Cheddar looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sharp Cheddar 2017-20 a warm or cool color?
Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar?
Sharp Cheddar sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sharp Cheddar?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 97%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #fc931e. The RGB value is 252, 147, 30.
Is Sharp Cheddar better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sharp Cheddar has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sharp Cheddar?
You can match Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar work best in a home?
Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar compare to a pure white paint?
Sharp Cheddar 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 Sharp Cheddar in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Sharp Cheddar

Benjamin Moore

2017-20

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Sharp Cheddar in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Sharp Cheddar

Benjamin Moore

2017-20

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sharp Cheddar. They add contrast without clashing.

Sharp Cheddar

Benjamin Moore

2017-20

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