Benjamin Moore English Ochre CW-290

Official page:English Ochre CW-290
Code:CW-290
Name:English Ochre
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore English Ochre?

Benjamin Moore's English Ochre (CW-290) brings a warm and inviting element to any space with its rich earthy tones. This color pairs beautifully with creamy off-whites to create a cozy and elegant atmosphere. Accentuating English Ochre with touches of muted greens or soft blues can create a harmonious balance in a room. Consider incorporating natural wood finishes or metallic accents to enhance the warmth of this versatile hue. Whether used as a wall color or in accent pieces, English Ochre adds a touch of sophistication to any interior design scheme.

English Ochre for living room

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Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Red shade can create a unique space

What are Benjamin Moore English Ochre undertones?

The undertone of English Ochre can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#BD7D48

RGB code:

189, 125, 72

Is Benjamin Moore English Ochre CW-290 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 27° this Red refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

CW-290 English Ochre HSL code: 27, 47%, 51%

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 red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.

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 English Ochre:

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 decor, 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.

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