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Benjamin Moore Soft Shell 015

Soft Shell

Benjamin Moore

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About Soft Shell by Benjamin Moore

Soft Shell 015 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 75% and hue near 18° 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: 74.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7dbcf

RGB: 247, 219, 207

Hue18°

Saturation71%

Lightness89%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Soft Shell 015 a warm or cool color?
Soft Shell 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 Shell?
Soft Shell sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 18°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Soft Shell?
Brightness is about 75%. Saturation is around 71%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 89%. Hue is close to 18°. The hex value is #f7dbcf. The RGB value is 247, 219, 207.
Is Soft Shell better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Soft Shell has brightness around 75%. 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 Shell?
You can match Soft Shell 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 Shell work best in a home?
Soft Shell 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 Shell compare to a pure white paint?
Soft Shell 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 Shell in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Soft Shell

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Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Soft Shell

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Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

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Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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