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Benjamin Moore Summer Melon 2168-50

Summer Melon

Benjamin Moore

2168-50

About Summer Melon by Benjamin Moore

Summer Melon 2168-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 67% and hue near 21° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 66.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fbccb3

RGB: 251, 204, 179

Hue21°

Saturation90%

Lightness84%

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

Is Summer Melon 2168-50 a warm or cool color?
Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon?
Summer Melon sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 21°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Summer Melon?
Brightness is about 67%. Saturation is around 90%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 21°. The hex value is #fbccb3. The RGB value is 251, 204, 179.
Is Summer Melon better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Summer Melon has brightness around 67%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Summer Melon?
You can match Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon work best in a home?
Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon compare to a pure white paint?
Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon 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 Summer Melon. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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