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Henderson Buff

Often used for its versatile qualities, Henderson Buff remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 6 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#CBBA84

LRV

48.78

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Light Reflectance Value
48.78
Medium
TemperatureWarm
Tone
CozyTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Henderson Buff in Real Rooms

Henderson Buff has a medium-high LRV of 48.78 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a living room and bathroom.

5 Living Room Photos

Choosing Henderson Buff for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.

Benjamin Moore Henderson Buff living room picture

Warm Henderson Buff walls envelope this serene living room seating area.

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Benjamin Moore HC-15 living room interior

Neutral walls in Henderson Buff create a calm backdrop for gathered furnishings.

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Henderson Buff living room interior

Soft Henderson Buff tones complement natural light throughout this living space.

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Henderson Buff living room color

Living room walls painted in Henderson Buff enhance the room's relaxed ambiance.

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Benjamin Moore Henderson Buff living room color-block

Two-tone walls feature Henderson Buff paired with contrasting trim for visual interest.

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1 Bathroom Photo

Using Henderson Buff on a bathroom vanity is a clever way to introduce color without painting the walls. It creates a sophisticated anchor for the room, especially when topped with a thick white quartz or a contrasting dark stone.

Benjamin Moore Henderson Buff bathroom color

Bathroom vanity sits against walls finished in soft Henderson Buff.

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Color Codes

HEX#CBBA84
RGB203, 186, 132
HSL46° 41% 66%
CMYK0 8 35 20
CIE LabL: 75.8 a: -1.9 b: 29.6
XYZX: 0.46 Y: 0.49 Z: 0.29