Benjamin Moore Oat Straw AF-340
| Official page: | Oat Straw AF-340 |
| Code: | AF-340 |
| Name: | Oat Straw |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Oat Straw?
Infuse your space with warmth and sophistication using Benjamin Moore's AF-340 Oat Straw, a versatile hue that exudes timeless elegance. This soft, inviting color pairs beautifully with crisp whites for a fresh, clean look, or with deeper shades like Benjamin Moore HC-166 Kendall Charcoal for a striking contrast. Incorporate touches of gold or brass accents to enhance the richness of AF-340 Oat Straw, creating a space that is both modern and classic. Whether used on walls, furniture, or decor accents, this color is sure to bring a sense of tranquility and balance to any room.
What are Benjamin Moore Oat Straw undertones?
The undertone of Oat Straw 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CFBA92
RGB code:
207, 186, 146
Is Benjamin Moore Oat Straw AF-340 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 39° this Beige refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
AF-340 Oat Straw HSL code: 39, 39%, 69%
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 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 Oat Straw:
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
AF-340
Oat Straw
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.
