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Benjamin Moore Tea Light 471

Tea Light

Benjamin Moore

471

About Tea Light by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 61.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c9d0bf

RGB: 201, 208, 191

Hue85°

Saturation15%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Tea Light 471 a warm or cool color?
Tea Light 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 Tea Light?
Tea Light sits in the green family. Its hue is about 85°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tea Light?
Brightness is about 61%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 85°. The hex value is #c9d0bf. The RGB value is 201, 208, 191.
Is Tea Light better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tea Light has brightness around 61%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Tea Light?
You can match Tea Light 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 Tea Light work best in a home?
Tea Light 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 Tea Light compare to a pure white paint?
Tea Light 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 Tea Light 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 Tea Light 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 Tea Light. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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