Benjamin Moore Amber Waves 2159-40
| Official color page: | Amber Waves 2159-40 |
| Color code: | 2159-40 |
| Color name: | Amber Waves |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Amber Waves?
Transform your space with the warm and inviting hue of Benjamin Moore Amber Waves (2159-40). This rich, golden color brings a touch of nature indoors, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Pair Amber Waves with earthy tones like olive green or terracotta to enhance its natural feel. For a more modern look, contrast it with deep navy or charcoal gray for a striking effect. Whether used on walls or accent pieces, Amber Waves adds a timeless and sophisticated touch to any room.
What are Benjamin Moore Amber Waves undertones?
Red is Benjamin Moore Amber Waves undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#ECBF7F
RGB code:
236, 191, 127
Is Benjamin Moore Amber Waves 2159-40 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 35° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2159-40 Amber Waves HSL code: 35, 74%, 71%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
- Warm Yellow undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
- Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Amber Waves:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Benjamin Moore 2159-40 Amber Waves
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Amber Waves 2159-40 vs York Harbor Yellow 2154-40
Two gorgeous paint colors, but which one is right for you? Our comparison has got you covered.
LRV: 54.18%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 55.12%
Light color
Temperature: warm
Amber Waves 2159-40 vs Orange Ice 166
Struggling to choose the best color for your? We'll break down the differences so you can pick the perfect shade for your walls.
LRV: 54.18%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 52.97%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm