ColorplanBenjamin Moore Nacho Cheese (2018-40) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 67. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Babouche (No.223) and Behr Lemon Sorbet (330B-6). For trim, try Adobe White (2166-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 66.9 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FFCF6B |
| RGB | 255, 207, 107 |
| HSL | 41°, 100%, 71% |
About Nacho Cheese
Nacho Cheese (2018-40) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 67, Nacho Cheese has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Nacho Cheese's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Golden Groves (313), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Nacho Cheese changes with the light
Nacho Cheese 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
Nacho Cheese's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Nacho Cheese 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 Nacho Cheese can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Nacho Cheese will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Nacho Cheese in real homes
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Nacho Cheese 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
Closest available · ΔE 5.8
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 8.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Nacho Cheese questions
What undertone does Nacho Cheese have?
Nacho Cheese has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Nacho Cheese's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Nacho Cheese a light or dark color?
Nacho Cheese has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 66.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 67, Nacho Cheese has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Nacho Cheese in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 5.8); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (close, ΔE 4.3); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (close, ΔE 3.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Nacho Cheese?
Try Adobe White (2166-70) on trim and Pink Damask (OC-72) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Nacho Cheese's undertone.
Where does Nacho Cheese work best?
Nacho Cheese works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 67, Nacho Cheese has visible color without darkening a room much.
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