Looking for the perfect beige paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Benjamin Moore Shaker Beige and if it might be right for your home!
Beiges are back! If you're wishing for a warm neutral with some depth to it, a beige may be a great choice for you.
Grays and whites can be great, but they can feel too stark and cold. Beiges bring feelings of coziness and familiarity while still feeling neutral and sophisticated.
If you're not sure where to start with beiges, let's talk about Benjamin Moore Shaker Beige.
It's a bit darker than your average beige, giving a space a bit more character. Let' see if it's right for you.
Shaker Beige, Benjamin Moore, HC-45
Shaker Beige is a classic, warm beige. It's a bit richer and deeper than your typical beige, making it perfect for adding some neutral sophistication to a space.
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Color Family
Shaker Beige is in the neutral family.
Light Reflectance Value
54
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 54, Shaker Beige is a light to mid-tone paint color. It feels airy enough for brighter rooms but still has plenty of depth, so it will not disappear on the walls.
RGB Colors
R: 209 G: 194 B: 167
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
#D1C2A7
Undertones
Shaker Beige has warm gold and orange undertones.
In brighter, south-facing rooms, Shaker Beige will lean into its warmth and appear a bit lighter.
In darker, north-facing rooms, Shaker Beige will appear less warm and slightly darker.
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
Shaker Beige is neutral enough that it works as a whole home paint color, or it can be used in just about any room of your home.
Try using Shaker Beige in:
- Living rooms
- Bedrooms
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Home exterior
- Interior doors
- Cabinets
- Furniture
Similar Colors
- Benjamin Moore Bleeker Beige
- Behr Oat Straw
- Sherwin Williams Sand Beach
- Benjamin Moore Wheeling Neutral
- Behr Khaki Shade
- Sherwin Williams Natural Wool
- Benjamin Moore Hush
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Coordinating Colors
Shaker Beige pairs well with other warm neutrals, including beiges, soft whites, and off-whites. It also pairs well with deep or muted greens, blues, grays, and blacks.
Deep greens:
- Tate Olive
- Springfield Sage
- Sussex Green
- Galápagos Green
- Passion Vine
Soft whites:
- White Dove
- Swiss Coffee
- Steam
- Cloud White
- Moonlight White
Light, warm neutrals:
- Bone White
- French White
- Lambskin
- Barely Beige
- Pale Almond
Trim Colors
Given its warmth, Shaker Beige pairs best with soft whites for trim.
Shaker Beige color palette
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FAQS
Here are some frequently asked questions about Shaker Beige.
What undertones does Shaker Beige have?
Shaker Beige has warm gold and orange undertones, giving this shade a nice warmth.
Is Shaker Beige outdated?
No, Shaker Beige is not outdated. As trends swing away from cooler grays back to warm neutrals, beiges and tans are gaining popularity.
Shaker Beige is a bit darker and richer than typical beiges, making it ideal if you're looking for a warm neutral that gives some depth and character.
Note that Shaker Beige doesn't pair well with cool whites, so depending on your trim color, it may or may not work for your home.
Give Shaker Beige a swatch in your home and see what you think!
What color trim with Shaker Beige?
Given its warmth, Shaker Beige pairs best with soft whites for trim. My favorites are BM White Dove, Behr Cameo White, and SW Alabaster.
What is a lighter version of Shaker Beige?
If you love the general vibe of Shaker Beige but want something a bit lighter, try White Sand or Manchester Tan. Swatch these in your home and see what you think.
What Sherwin Williams color is similar to Benjamin Moore Shaker Beige?
Sherwin Williams Sand Beach, Natural Wool, Threaded Loom, and Ramie each share similarities with Benjamin Moore Shaker Beige.
Keep in mind that no two paint colors are exactly the same, so remember to swatch your favorites and review them in various lighting throughout the day before making a final decision.
What color is BM Shaker Beige?
Shaker Beige is a classic, warm beige with warm gold and orange undertones. Note that Shaker Beige is a bit richer and deeper than your typical beige.
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!
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Thanks for reading!
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.
