ColorplanBenjamin Moore Luminaire (374) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 74. 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 | 74.0 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EAE0B1 |
| RGB | 234, 224, 177 |
| HSL | 49°, 58%, 81% |
About Luminaire
Luminaire (374) is a light, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 74, Luminaire 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 Luminaire'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 Hampton Green (2150-50); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Luminaire changes with the light
Luminaire 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
Luminaire's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Luminaire 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 Luminaire can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Luminaire will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Luminaire in real homes
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Luminaire 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 3.3
Also close: Friendly Yellow (ΔE 3.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: Navajo White (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Luminaire questions
What undertone does Luminaire have?
Luminaire has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Luminaire's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Luminaire a light or dark color?
Luminaire has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 74.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 74, Luminaire reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Luminaire in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Lemon Chiffon SW 6686 (close, ΔE 3.3); Farrow & Ball: Hound Lemon No.2 (close, ΔE 2.9); 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 Luminaire?
Try White Dove (OC-17) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Luminaire's undertone.
Where does Luminaire work best?
Luminaire works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 74, Luminaire reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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