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Benjamin Moore Soft Chamois 969

Soft Chamois

Benjamin Moore

969

About Soft Chamois by Benjamin Moore

Soft Chamois 969 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 78% and hue near 49° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 78.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e8e5d8

RGB: 232, 229, 216

Hue49°

Saturation26%

Lightness88%

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

Is Soft Chamois 969 a warm or cool color?
Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois?
Soft Chamois sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 49°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Soft Chamois?
Brightness is about 78%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 88%. Hue is close to 49°. The hex value is #e8e5d8. The RGB value is 232, 229, 216.
Is Soft Chamois better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Soft Chamois has brightness around 78%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Soft Chamois?
You can match Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois work best in a home?
Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois compare to a pure white paint?
Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois 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 Soft Chamois. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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