Shaker Beige

If you're going to go for beige, consider this solid neutral option that won't waver in day or night lighting. This color is part of the Historical Color Collection.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

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Take note, beige-aphobes, HC-45 Shaker Beige by Benjamin Moore has just enough of a gray undertone to make it stand out from the sea of other beiges. For beige lovers, Shaker Beige still gives you the traditional beige look, but with a bit more sophistication. As a neutral, this color works anywhere.
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It's a mid-tone neutral that goes with just about any color. It's not too gray, not too yellow, not too pink, but more like coffee with cream.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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Shaker Beige works beautifully in a casual transitional style family room, it lends itself to a color scheme of rich deep chestnut leathers and wood tones combined with accents in red.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

Shaker Beige looks best in rooms with abundant natural light or paired with dark blues, greens and creamy whites.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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Where could you expect to see it?

Look for Shaker Beige to grace walls in more traditional spaces like kitchens and living rooms paired with warm whites, earth tones and natural stone.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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Who shouldn't pick this color?

Shaker Beige is a warm, historical neutral and would not pair as easily with a cooler color palette or modern aesthetic.

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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Any pro tips?

If you have a traditional space that you are trying to give a more modern feel, partner Shaker beige with a black accent for a classic but chic look.

What colors does it go well with?

Lush AF-475, French Canvas OC-41, Simply White 2143-70, Golden Retriever 2165-30, *via Benjamin Moore,

What's the LRV?

54.61. LRV measures the Light Reflectance Value, meaning the percentage of light (0-100) that bounces off a surface. 100 being purest white and 0 being purest black. Like other midrange neutrals, Shaker Beige has a medium LRV, meaning it reflects a medium amount of light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Yes.

Tags

Neutral, Light, Traditional

Shaker Beige / Benjamin Moore HC-45

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What are some similar popular colors?

Alexandria Beige, Manchester Tan, Muslin

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