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Benjamin Moore Spoonful of Sugar 041

Spoonful of Sugar

Benjamin Moore

041

About Spoonful of Sugar by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 20.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b26b58

RGB: 178, 107, 88

Hue13°

Saturation37%

Lightness52%

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

Is Spoonful of Sugar 041 a warm or cool color?
Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar?
Spoonful of Sugar sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 13°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Spoonful of Sugar?
Brightness is about 21%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 13°. The hex value is #b26b58. The RGB value is 178, 107, 88.
Is Spoonful of Sugar better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Spoonful of Sugar has brightness around 21%. 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 Spoonful of Sugar?
You can match Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar work best in a home?
Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar compare to a pure white paint?
Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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