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Benjamin Moore Turkish Bay Leaf CSP-885

Turkish Bay Leaf

Benjamin Moore

CSP-885

About Turkish Bay Leaf by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 51.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c9bf80

RGB: 201, 191, 128

Hue52°

Saturation40%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Turkish Bay Leaf CSP-885 a warm or cool color?
Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf?
Turkish Bay Leaf sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 52°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Turkish Bay Leaf?
Brightness is about 51%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 52°. The hex value is #c9bf80. The RGB value is 201, 191, 128.
Is Turkish Bay Leaf better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Turkish Bay Leaf has brightness around 51%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Turkish Bay Leaf?
You can match Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf work best in a home?
Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf compare to a pure white paint?
Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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