ColorplanBenjamin Moore Dijon (CC-210) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 56. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Compatible Cream (SW 6387), Farrow & Ball Straw (No.52) and Behr Honey Tea (MQ2-18). For trim, try Winter Sky (2163-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 56.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E1C28B |
| RGB | 225, 194, 139 |
| HSL | 38°, 59%, 71% |
About Dijon
Dijon (CC-210) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 56, Dijon has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Dijon'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. It's very close to Maple Fudge (CC-242); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Dijon changes with the light
Dijon 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
Dijon's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Dijon 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 Dijon can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Dijon will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Dijon in real homes
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Dijon 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
Close · ΔE 4.0
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 4.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Dijon questions
What undertone does Dijon have?
Dijon has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Dijon's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Dijon a light or dark color?
Dijon has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 56, Dijon has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Dijon in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Compatible Cream SW 6387 (close, ΔE 4.0); Farrow & Ball: Straw No.52 (close, ΔE 2.8); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (very close, ΔE 2.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Dijon?
Try Winter Sky (2163-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Dijon's undertone.
Where does Dijon work best?
Dijon works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 56, Dijon has visible color without darkening a room much.
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