Benjamin Moore Beeswax 2157-40
| Official page: | Beeswax 2157-40 |
| Code: | 2157-40 |
| Name: | Beeswax |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Beeswax?
Benjamin Moore's 2157-40 Beeswax exudes warmth and sophistication, adding a touch of golden honey to any space. This rich hue pairs beautifully with neutrals like crisp whites and soft grays to create a harmonious balance. For a bold and dramatic look, consider combining Beeswax with deep navy or hunter green for a striking contrast. Whether used as an accent wall or throughout an entire room, Beeswax adds a cozy and inviting feel to any interior. Embrace the timeless appeal of Beeswax for a luxurious and modern color scheme that will elevate your space.
Beeswax for bedroom
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Beeswax for living room (7 photos)
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this red shade can create a unique space
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Benjamin Moore 2157-40 for bathroom (2 photos)
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Benjamin Moore 2157-40 on kitchen cabinets (4 photos)
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Benjamin Moore Beeswax reviews (9 photos)
View the photos of real spaces painted with this red 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 Beeswax undertones?
Beeswax has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#EEB783
RGB code:
238, 183, 131
Is Benjamin Moore Beeswax 2157-40 cool or warm?
warm
cool
At 29° on the HSL hue wheel, this Red sits firmly on the warm side.
2157-40 Beeswax HSL code: 29, 76%, 72%
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.
How light temperature affects Beeswax
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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Red shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Beeswax:
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
2157-40
Beeswax
Darker shades
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 Beeswax with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 209, such as Benjamin Moore Lucerne and New York State of Mind.
LRV of Beeswax
Beeswax has an LRV of 52% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 52%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #EEB783 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 238, 183, 131 | |
| RGB Percent | 93.33%, 71.76%, 51.37% | |
| HSV | Hue: 29° Saturation: 44.96% Value: 93.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(29, 76, 72) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 23.11 Yellow: 44.96 Key: 6.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 193.517 I: 49.484 Q: -4.548 | |
| XYZ | X: 56.292 Y: 53.686 Z: 28.864 | |
| CIE Lab | L:78.278 a:13.521 b:34.071 | |
| CIE Luv | L:78.278 u:40.333 v:41.974 | |
| Decimal | 15644547 | |
| Hunter Lab | 73.271, 8.912, 27.933 | |
Benjamin Moore 2157-40 Beeswax
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