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Benjamin Moore Wild Aster 1240

Wild Aster

Benjamin Moore

1240

About Wild Aster by Benjamin Moore

Wild Aster 1240 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 72% and hue near 15° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 71.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e8d9d4

RGB: 232, 217, 212

Hue15°

Saturation30%

Lightness87%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Wild Aster 1240 a warm or cool color?
Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster?
Wild Aster sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 15°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Wild Aster?
Brightness is about 72%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 15°. The hex value is #e8d9d4. The RGB value is 232, 217, 212.
Is Wild Aster better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Wild Aster has brightness around 72%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Wild Aster?
You can match Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster work best in a home?
Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster compare to a pure white paint?
Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster 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 Wild Aster. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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