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Benjamin Moore Soft Marigold 160

Soft Marigold

Benjamin Moore

160

About Soft Marigold by Benjamin Moore

Soft Marigold 160 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 55% and hue near 33° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 55%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f0ba77

RGB: 240, 186, 119

Hue33°

Saturation80%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Soft Marigold 160 a warm or cool color?
Soft Marigold 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 Soft Marigold?
Soft Marigold sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Soft Marigold?
Brightness is about 55%. Saturation is around 80%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #f0ba77. The RGB value is 240, 186, 119.
Is Soft Marigold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Soft Marigold has brightness around 55%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Soft Marigold?
You can match Soft Marigold 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 Marigold work best in a home?
Soft Marigold 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 Soft Marigold compare to a pure white paint?
Soft Marigold 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 Soft Marigold 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 Marigold 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 Marigold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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