ColorplanBenjamin Moore Beeswax (2157-40) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 54. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Orangery (No.70). For trim, try Soft White (2170-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 53.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EEB783 |
| RGB | 238, 183, 131 |
| HSL | 29°, 76%, 72% |
About Beeswax
Beeswax (2157-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 54, Beeswax has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Beeswax's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. Next to Persian Melon (117), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Beeswax changes with the light
Beeswax 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
Beeswax's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Beeswax 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 Beeswax can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Beeswax will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Beeswax in real homes
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Beeswax 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 6.9
Also close: Whole Wheat (ΔE 8.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Beeswax questions
What undertone does Beeswax have?
Beeswax has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Beeswax's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Beeswax a light or dark color?
Beeswax has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 53.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 54, Beeswax has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Beeswax in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Compatible Cream SW 6387 (closest available, ΔE 6.9); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (close, ΔE 5.0); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 8.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Beeswax?
Try Soft White (2170-70) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Beeswax's undertone.
Where does Beeswax work best?
Beeswax works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 54, Beeswax has visible color without darkening a room much.
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