ColorplanBenjamin Moore Amber Waves (2159-40) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 57. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Print Room Yellow (No.69). For trim, try Opal (OC-73).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 56.6 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #ECBF7F |
| RGB | 236, 191, 127 |
| HSL | 35°, 74%, 71% |
About Amber Waves
Amber Waves (2159-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 57, Amber Waves has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Amber Waves's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. It's very close to Orange Ice (166); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Amber Waves changes with the light
Amber Waves has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Amber Waves's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Amber Waves will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Amber Waves can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Amber Waves will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Amber Waves in real homes
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Amber Waves equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 5.2
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 5.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.5
Also close: Orangery (ΔE 3.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Amber Waves questions
What undertone does Amber Waves have?
Amber Waves has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Amber Waves's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Amber Waves a light or dark color?
Amber Waves has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 57, Amber Waves has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Amber Waves in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 5.2); Farrow & Ball: Print Room Yellow No.69 (close, ΔE 3.5); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 5.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Amber Waves?
Try Opal (OC-73) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Amber Waves's undertone.
Where does Amber Waves work best?
Amber Waves works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 57, Amber Waves has visible color without darkening a room much.
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