ColorplanBenjamin Moore Laurel Canyon Beige (242) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 55. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Ramie (SW 6156), Farrow & Ball Cord (No.16) and Behr Basic Khaki (HDC-NT-09). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 54.8 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #CEC3A4 |
| RGB | 206, 195, 164 |
| HSL | 44°, 30%, 73% |
About Laurel Canyon Beige
Laurel Canyon Beige (242) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 55, Laurel Canyon Beige has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Laurel Canyon Beige'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 Crown Point Sand (HC-90); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Laurel Canyon Beige changes with the light
Laurel Canyon Beige 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
Laurel Canyon Beige's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Laurel Canyon Beige 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 Laurel Canyon Beige can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Laurel Canyon Beige will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Laurel Canyon Beige in real homes
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Laurel Canyon Beige 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.
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Laurel Canyon Beige questions
What undertone does Laurel Canyon Beige have?
Laurel Canyon Beige has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Laurel Canyon Beige's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Laurel Canyon Beige a light or dark color?
Laurel Canyon Beige has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 54.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 55, Laurel Canyon Beige has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Laurel Canyon Beige in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Ramie SW 6156 (close, ΔE 3.3); Farrow & Ball: Cord No.16 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Basic Khaki HDC-NT-09 (close, ΔE 4.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Laurel Canyon Beige?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Laurel Canyon Beige's undertone.
Where does Laurel Canyon Beige work best?
Laurel Canyon Beige works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 55, Laurel Canyon Beige has visible color without darkening a room much.
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