Benjamin Moore Acadia White / 925 / CC-130 / AC-41 / TH-320 / Ivory White / Victorian Pearl / OC-38

Official page:Acadia White OC-38
Code:OC-38
Name:Acadia White
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Acadia White?

Welcome to a serene oasis enveloped in the soothing warmth of Benjamin Moore's Acadia White (OC-38). This elegant hue boasts a timeless charm, seamlessly blending creamy undertones with crisp brightness. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and even bathrooms, Acadia White radiates a sense of tranquility and sophistication. Its versatility shines in both modern and traditional spaces, offering a canvas for any design aesthetic. Let Acadia White envelop your rooms in a cocoon of understated luxury and elevate your interior to new heights of style and comfort.

Acadia White for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Yellow shade can create a unique space

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Benjamin Moore OC-38 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Acadia White for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Benjamin Moore Acadia White reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Benjamin Moore Acadia White undertones?

The undertone of Acadia White can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

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RGB code:

242, 239, 223

Is Benjamin Moore Acadia White OC-38 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 51° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

OC-38 Acadia White HSL code: 51, 42%, 91%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Acadia White

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Yellow shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Acadia White:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Acadia White with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 231, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Evening Dove.

LRV of Acadia White

Acadia White has an LRV of 83.32% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 83.32%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#F2EFDFCopy color code
RGB Decimal242, 239, 223Copy color code
RGB Percent94.90%, 93.73%, 87.45%Copy color code
HSVHue: 51° Saturation: 7.85% Value: 94.9%Copy color code
HSLhsl(51, 42, 91)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.24 Yellow: 7.85 Key: 5.1Copy color code
YIQY: 238.073 I: 6.929 Q: -4.345Copy color code
XYZX: 80.801 Y: 85.939 Z: 82.123Copy color code
CIE LabL:94.286 a:-1.715 b:8.095Copy color code
CIE LuvL:94.286 u:2.613 v:12.512Copy color code
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Hunter Lab92.703, -6.648, 12.369Copy color code
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