ColorplanBenjamin Moore Ray of Light (CSP-910) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 74. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Venetian Yellow (SW 1666), Farrow & Ball Dayroom Yellow (No.233) and Behr Banana Cream (350C-2). For trim, try Vapor (AF-35).
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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 | #F0DFA5 |
| RGB | 240, 223, 165 |
| HSL | 46°, 71%, 79% |
About Ray of Light
Ray of Light (CSP-910) is a light, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 74, Ray of Light 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 Ray of Light'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. Next to Hawthorne Yellow (HC-4), it's cooler.
How Ray of Light changes with the light
Ray of Light 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
Ray of Light's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Ray of Light 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 Ray of Light can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Ray of Light will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Ray of Light in real homes
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Ray of Light 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 1.9
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 2.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.1
Also close: Hound Lemon (ΔE 3.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Ray of Light questions
What undertone does Ray of Light have?
Ray of Light has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Ray of Light's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Ray of Light a light or dark color?
Ray of Light 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, Ray of Light reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Ray of Light in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (very close, ΔE 1.9); Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow No.233 (very close, ΔE 1.1); Behr: Banana Cream 350C-2 (close, ΔE 4.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Ray of Light?
Try Vapor (AF-35) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Ray of Light's undertone.
Where does Ray of Light work best?
Ray of Light works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 74, Ray of Light reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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