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Benjamin Moore Timothy Straw 2149-40

Timothy Straw

Benjamin Moore

2149-40

About Timothy Straw by Benjamin Moore

Timothy Straw 2149-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 48° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 48.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c6b984

RGB: 198, 185, 132

Hue48°

Saturation37%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Timothy Straw 2149-40 a warm or cool color?
Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw?
Timothy Straw sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 48°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Timothy Straw?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 48°. The hex value is #c6b984. The RGB value is 198, 185, 132.
Is Timothy Straw better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Timothy Straw has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Timothy Straw?
You can match Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw work best in a home?
Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw compare to a pure white paint?
Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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