Benjamin Moore Aura 169

Official color page:Aura 169
Color code:169
Color name:Aura
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Aura?

Benjamin Moore 169 Aura, also known as Antique Pearl, exudes a sophisticated charm with its soft and elegant ivory hue. This timeless color effortlessly complements a variety of design styles, from modern to traditional. Pair Antique Pearl with warm neutrals like Benjamin Moore 167 White Rock or cool blues such as Benjamin Moore 176 Ice Mist for a harmonious and inviting look. Incorporating this versatile color into your space will create a sense of tranquility and refinement, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a serene and polished atmosphere.

What are Benjamin Moore Aura undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Aura 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:

#F7E7C5

RGB code:

247, 231, 197

Is Benjamin Moore Aura 169 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 41° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

169 Aura HSL code: 41, 76%, 87%

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 Aura:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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.

Benjamin Moore 169 Aura

Color comparison

Aura 169 vs Ludwell White CW-275

Let's highlight the differences and help you select the ideal hue for your space.

Benjamin Moore Aura 169 vs Benjamin Moore Ludwell White CW-275Open Aura 169
LRV: 77.46%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 80.09%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm

Aura 169 vs Soft Beige 2156-60

Our comparison will assist you in determining which shade will complement your space.

Benjamin Moore Aura 169 vs Benjamin Moore Soft Beige 2156-60Open Aura 169
LRV: 77.46%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 79.48%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm