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Benjamin Moore Berkshire Beige (AC-2)

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HEX

#C4B8A0

RGB

196, 184, 160

LRV

42

Code

AC-2

Overview

Benjamin Moore Berkshire Beige (AC-2) is a beige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42. Medium-light — versatile for most rooms. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Transitional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #C4B8A0 | RGB: 196, 184, 160
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 42 — Medium-light — versatile for most rooms
  • Undertone: Warm yellow
  • Color family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room, nursery
  • Design styles: Transitional, Contemporary, Farmhouse

Why Choose This Color

  • Berkshire Beige is a popular Benjamin Moore color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 42, it provides balanced light reflection
  • The warm yellow undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
  • Designers recommend Berkshire Beige for Transitional aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Berkshire Beige with a sample swatch before committing
  2. 2Observe at different times of day: morning, afternoon, and evening
  3. 3Consider room orientation: north-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer
  4. 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

benjamin-moorebeigewarm-yellowlrv-42living-roombedroomdining-roomnursery

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Benjamin Moore Berkshire Beige (AC-2) is a beige paint color with an LRV of 42, ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.