Benjamin Moore French Press AF-170
| Official color page: | French Press AF-170 |
| Color code: | AF-170 |
| Color name: | French Press |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore French Press?
Benjamin Moore AF-170 French Press exudes a rich and luxurious charm, reminiscent of a warm cup of coffee on a crisp autumn morning. This deep and sophisticated hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove, creating a cozy and inviting ambiance. For a more dramatic contrast, consider pairing French Press with a bold accent color like Benjamin Moore HC-154 Hale Navy to add depth and character to any space. The versatility of French Press makes it an excellent choice for both traditional and modern interiors, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to any room.
French Press for living room
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Check out this stunning Dark used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige color shade can create a unique space
What are Benjamin Moore French Press undertones?
Red is Benjamin Moore French Press 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:
#5F4D43
RGB code:
95, 77, 67
Is Benjamin Moore French Press AF-170 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 21° this Beige refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
AF-170 French Press HSL code: 21, 17%, 32%
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 Beige will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
- Warm Beige 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 French Press:
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 AF-170 French Press
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
French Press AF-170 vs Van Buren Brown HC-70
Unsure what shade you should go with? We'll compare the two to help you find the perfect shade for your room.
LRV: 9.89%
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Temperature: warm
LRV: 9.52%
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Temperature: warm
French Press AF-170 vs Rural Earth 1239
Trying to decide between these two shades? Our comparison highlights the similarities and differences between these two paint colors.
LRV: 9.89%
Dark color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 9.72%
Dark color
Temperature: warm