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Benjamin Moore Simple Pleasures 1097

Simple Pleasures

Benjamin Moore

1097

About Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore

Simple Pleasures 1097 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 40% and hue near 36° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 39.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c2a579

RGB: 194, 165, 121

Hue36°

Saturation37%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Simple Pleasures 1097 a warm or cool color?
Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Simple Pleasures?
Simple Pleasures sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Simple Pleasures?
Brightness is about 40%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #c2a579. The RGB value is 194, 165, 121.
Is Simple Pleasures better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Simple Pleasures has brightness around 40%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Simple Pleasures?
You can match Simple Pleasures 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 Simple Pleasures work best in a home?
Simple Pleasures 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 Simple Pleasures compare to a pure white paint?
Simple Pleasures is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Simple Pleasures 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 Simple Pleasures 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 Simple Pleasures. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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