ColorplanBenjamin Moore Heartsmere (1114) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 73. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jersey Cream (SW 6379), Farrow & Ball Farrow's Cream (No.67) and Behr Navajo White (22). For trim, try Sand Dollar (OC-71).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 73.1 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EEDCBE |
| RGB | 238, 220, 190 |
| HSL | 38°, 59%, 84% |
About Heartsmere
Heartsmere (1114) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 73, Heartsmere 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 Heartsmere'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 Flawless (AF-320); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Heartsmere changes with the light
Heartsmere 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
Heartsmere's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Heartsmere 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 Heartsmere can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Heartsmere will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Heartsmere in real homes
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Heartsmere 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
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Navajo White (ΔE 2.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.4
Also close: Matchstick (ΔE 2.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Heartsmere questions
What undertone does Heartsmere have?
Heartsmere has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Heartsmere's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Heartsmere a light or dark color?
Heartsmere has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 73.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 73, Heartsmere reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Heartsmere in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jersey Cream SW 6379 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Farrow & Ball: Farrow's Cream No.67 (very close, ΔE 2.4); Behr: Navajo White 22 (very close, ΔE 2.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Heartsmere?
Try Sand Dollar (OC-71) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Heartsmere's undertone.
Where does Heartsmere work best?
Heartsmere works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 73, Heartsmere reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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