Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie / 2160-70 / OC-93

Official page:Sugar Cookie OC-93
Code:OC-93
Name:Sugar Cookie
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie?

Step into a world of warmth and comfort with Benjamin Moore's Sugar Cookie (OC-93). This soothing shade envelops any space in a gentle embrace, casting a soft and serene ambiance. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and nurseries, Sugar Cookie lends a touch of timeless elegance to your interiors. Whether paired with crisp whites for a modern look or rich woods for a more rustic feel, this versatile hue effortlessly complements a variety of styles. Let Sugar Cookie (OC-93) be the sweet finishing touch that transforms your home into a haven of tranquility.

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What are Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie undertones?

The undertone of Sugar Cookie 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#F9F2E0

RGB code:

249, 242, 224

Is Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie OC-93 cool or warm?

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

OC-93 Sugar Cookie HSL code: 43, 68%, 93%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Warm yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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.

How light temperature affects Sugar Cookie

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie:

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 décor 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. For the color Sugar Cookie with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Benjamin Moore Sheer Romance and Lake Placid.

LRV of Sugar Cookie

Sugar Cookie has an LRV of 85.89% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 85.89%, 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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FormatCode
HEX#F9F2E0Copy color code
RGB Decimal249, 242, 224Copy color code
RGB Percent97.65%, 94.90%, 87.84%Copy color code
HSVHue: 43° Saturation: 10.04% Value: 97.65%Copy color code
HSLhsl(43, 68, 93)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.81 Yellow: 10.04 Key: 2.35Copy color code
YIQY: 242.041 I: 9.955 Q: -4.121Copy color code
XYZX: 84.271 Y: 89.027 Z: 83.245Copy color code
CIE LabL:95.592 a:-0.657 b:9.521Copy color code
CIE LuvL:95.592 u:5.069 v:14.438Copy color code
Decimal16380640Copy color code
Hunter Lab94.354, -5.694, 13.738Copy color code