Benjamin Moore Gemstone 265

Official color page:Gemstone 265
Color code:265
Color name:Gemstone
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gemstone?

Benjamin Moore 265 Gemstone exudes sophistication and depth, creating a sense of luxury in any space. This rich, deep hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like cream and taupe to create a harmonious balance. Complement Gemstone with accents of gold or brass for a touch of elegance, or layer it with shades of emerald green to create a regal atmosphere. The versatility of Gemstone allows it to easily transition from a cozy living room to a refined dining room with its timeless appeal.

What are Benjamin Moore Gemstone undertones?

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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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

#CAB275

RGB code:

202, 178, 117

Is Benjamin Moore Gemstone 265 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 43° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

265 Gemstone HSL code: 43, 45%, 63%

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 Gemstone:

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.

Color comparison

Gemstone 265 vs Citrine AF-370

Unsure what shade you should go with? We'll compare the two to help you find the perfect shade for your room.

Benjamin Moore Gemstone 265 vs Benjamin Moore Citrine AF-370Open Gemstone 265
LRV: 44.1%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 40.53%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm

Gemstone 265 vs Camel Back 1103

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

Benjamin Moore Gemstone 265 vs Benjamin Moore Camel Back 1103Open Gemstone 265
LRV: 44.1%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 40.09%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm