Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow 170
| Official page: | Traditional Yellow 170 |
| Code: | 170 |
| Name: | Traditional Yellow |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow?
Benjamin Moore's 170 Traditional Yellow is a warm and inviting color that adds a cheerful touch to any space. Pairing it with soft, earthy tones like 223 Vanilla Custard and 214 Winter Wheat creates a harmonious and balanced aesthetic. For a bolder look, try combining it with deeper shades like 567 Pacific Ocean Blue and 1278 Deep Jungle Green to create a striking contrast. Whether used as a main color or an accent, Traditional Yellow adds a sense of warmth and vibrancy to any room.
What are Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow undertones?
The undertone of Traditional Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#F6E1AA
RGB code:
246, 225, 170
Is Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow 170 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 43° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
170 Traditional Yellow HSL code: 43, 81%, 82%
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 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.
- 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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Traditional Yellow:
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
170
Traditional Yellow
Darker shades
170
Traditional Yellow
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.
