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Benjamin Moore Athena BM (OC-20)

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About Benjamin Moore Athena BM (OC-20)

Benjamin Moore Athena BM (OC-20) is a beige paint color with LRV 64. Light — airy and spacious. Ideal for living room and kitchen. This guide covers everything you need to know about this topic, including common causes, step-by-step solutions, and answers to frequently asked questions.

Here are the key things to understand: HEX: #E0D8C8 | RGB: 224, 216, 200. LRV: 64 — Light — airy and spacious. Undertone: Warm red. Family: Beige. Best for: living room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway. Styles: Scandinavian, Minimalist, Coastal. Understanding these fundamentals will help you diagnose and resolve this issue more effectively.

The most common reasons this occurs include: Athena BM is a popular Benjamin Moore color. LRV 64 maximizes brightness. Warm red undertone adds character. Great for Scandinavian interiors. Identifying the root cause is the first step toward finding the right solution.

To resolve this, follow these recommended steps: Sample before committing. Test in AM, PM, and evening light. North rooms = cooler, south = warmer. Dark trim for contrast. 2 coats with primer for best results. If these steps do not resolve the issue, consider consulting additional resources or a qualified professional.

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Quick Answer

What is Benjamin Moore Athena BM?

A beige color (OC-20) with LRV 64. Light — airy and spacious.

HEX

#E0D8C8

RGB

224, 216, 200

LRV

64

Code

OC-20

Overview

Benjamin Moore Athena BM (OC-20) is a beige paint color with LRV 64. Light — airy and spacious. Ideal for living room and kitchen.

Color Specifications

  • HEX: #E0D8C8 | RGB: 224, 216, 200
  • LRV: 64 — Light — airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Warm red
  • Family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway
  • Styles: Scandinavian, Minimalist, Coastal

Why Choose This Color

  • Athena BM is a popular Benjamin Moore color
  • LRV 64 maximizes brightness
  • Warm red undertone adds character
  • Great for Scandinavian interiors

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Sample before committing
  2. 2Test in AM, PM, and evening light
  3. 3North rooms = cooler, south = warmer
  4. 4Dark trim for contrast
  5. 52 coats with primer for best results

Tags

benjamin-moorebeigewarm-redlrv-64living-roomkitchenbathroomhallway

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A beige color (OC-20) with LRV 64. Light — airy and spacious.