Looking for the perfect beige paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Benjamin Moore Lambskin and if it might be right for your home!
Looking for a warm, light neutral paint color that isn't white? You just might be interested in Benjamin Moore Lambskin.
This light, warm beige adds just enough color depth to make a room feel complete.
It's extremely versatile, blending seamlessly with various color palettes, finishes, and decor styles. It provides a neutral backdrop but still feels cozy and welcoming. Let's take a closer look!
Lambskin, Benjamin Moore, 1051
Lambskin is a light, warm beige with subtle hints of peach. It feels wonderfully comforting.
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Color Family
Lambskin is in the white family.
Light Reflectance Value
71
Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.
With an LRV of 71, Lambskin is the lightest of beige colors, as anything with an LRV of 72 or higher is considered an off-white. It's a light and bright paint color with enough color depth to hold its own.
RGB Colors
R: 232 G: 220 B: 200
RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!
Hex Code
#E8DCC8
Undertones
Lambskin has warm peachy-orange undertones.
In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Lambskin will appear lighter, brighter, and warmer / more beige.
In north-facing rooms that lack natural light, Lambskin will appear a bit darker, less warm, and more neutral / white.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
Lambskin is a great choice for:
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Home exterior
- Interior doors
- Cabinets
- Furniture
Similar Colors
- Benjamin Moore French White
- Behr Antique White
- Sherwin Williams Navajo White
- Benjamin Moore Pale Almond
- Behr Sand Castle
- Sherwin Williams Antique White
- Benjamin Moore Mystic Beige
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Coordinating Colors
Lambskin pairs especially well with any shade of green: light and muted all the way to deep and rich. It also pairs well with grays, darker beiges, browns, blacks, and soft whites.
For a bit more color, pair Lambskin with blue.
Mid greens with hints of blue or gray:
- Garden Oasis
- Cedar Mountains
- Carolina Gull
- Sioux Falls
- Dartsmouth Green
Deep olive greens:
- Artichoke
- Dakota Woods Green
- Tuscany Green
- Green Grove
- Cabbage Patch
Muted gray-greens:
- Creekside Green
- Raintree Green
- Gettysburg Gray
- Louisburg Green
- Texas Sage
Trim Colors
Lambskin pairs well with soft, warm trim colors.
Lambskin color palette
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FAQS
Here are some common frequently asked questions about Lambskin.
What are the undertones of Benjamin Moore Lambskin?
Benjamin Moore Lambskin is a warm, light beige with warm peachy-orange undertones.
Does BM Lambskin look yellow?
Not really. Lambskin leans beige or even creamy, but it doesn’t have a strong yellow undertone.
However, in south-facing rooms with lots of sunlight, Lambskin can appear slightly warmer, which some people may perceive as a hint of yellow.
What's the difference: BM Lambskin vs Behr Lambskin?
Same name, two different colors!
- BM Lambskin is slightly darker, a beige, and leans more orange.
- Behr Lambskin is slightly lighter, an off-white, and leans more pink.
If you’re torn between the two, try swatching them side by side to see which one feels right in your space.
Is BM Lambskin warm or cool?
Lambskin is a warm light beige paint color.
What color trim with BM Lambskin?
Lambskin pairs beautifully with soft, warm trim colors. My favorite soft whites for trim are BM White Dove, SW Alabaster, or Behr Cameo White.
Does beige paint look outdated?
While the "builder beiges" of years past can get a bad rap, beiges are rising in popularity again and are worth a second look!
Modern beiges are soft, light, and warm, providing the neutral backdrop many crave while still feeling fresh and welcoming.
Lambskin is a great option if you're looking for a light, neutral wall color that isn't white. It coordinates well with many other paint colors and decor styles.
Give it a swatch in your home and review it in different lighting throughout the day. It may just be right for you.
Before you go...
So, you've found the perfect paint color, but here's the thing - there's another big decision you have to make: picking the right paint sheen. Seriously, the level of glossiness can totally change how your color looks on the walls and how long the paint lasts!
Check out our complete guide to understanding paint sheens.
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Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
