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Benjamin Moore Suntan Yellow 2155-50

Suntan Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2155-50

About Suntan Yellow by Benjamin Moore

Suntan Yellow 2155-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 74% and hue near 40° 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: 74.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fbdc9f

RGB: 251, 220, 159

Hue40°

Saturation92%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Suntan Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2155-50

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Suntan Yellow 2155-50 a warm or cool color?
Suntan Yellow 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 Suntan Yellow?
Suntan Yellow sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Suntan Yellow?
Brightness is about 74%. Saturation is around 92%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #fbdc9f. The RGB value is 251, 220, 159.
Is Suntan Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Suntan Yellow has brightness around 74%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Suntan Yellow?
You can match Suntan Yellow 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 Suntan Yellow work best in a home?
Suntan Yellow 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 Suntan Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Suntan Yellow 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 Suntan Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Suntan Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2155-50

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Suntan Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2155-50

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Suntan Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2155-50

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

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