ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hampton Green (2150-50) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 71. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Lemon Chiffon (SW 6686) and Farrow & Ball Hound Lemon (No.2). For trim, try White Dove (OC-17).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 71.2 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E7DCAE |
| RGB | 231, 220, 174 |
| HSL | 48°, 54%, 79% |
About Hampton Green
Hampton Green (2150-50) is a light, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 71, Hampton Green reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hampton Green'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 Beacon Hill Damask (HC-2); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Hampton Green changes with the light
Hampton Green 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
Hampton Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Hampton Green 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 Hampton Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hampton Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hampton Green in real homes
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Hampton Green 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 3.4
Also close: Friendly Yellow (ΔE 3.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.0
Also close: Pale Hound (ΔE 2.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: Navajo White (ΔE 6.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hampton Green questions
What undertone does Hampton Green have?
Hampton Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hampton Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hampton Green a light or dark color?
Hampton Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 71, Hampton Green reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Hampton Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Lemon Chiffon SW 6686 (close, ΔE 3.4); Farrow & Ball: Hound Lemon No.2 (very close, ΔE 2.0); Behr: Banana Cream 350C-2 (closest available, ΔE 5.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hampton Green?
Try White Dove (OC-17) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Hampton Green's undertone.
Where does Hampton Green work best?
Hampton Green works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 71, Hampton Green reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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