Amber Waves vs August Morning paint color comparison

Amber Waves vs August Morning

Both are Benjamin Moore colors. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. At LRV 54 vs 50, Amber Waves will read as the brighter of the two — a 5-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. They share a red quality — useful to know if you're layering them in the same space. At ΔE 7.7, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Amber Waves
Benjamin Moore · 2159-40
LRV54.2
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2159-40
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
August Morning
Benjamin Moore · 2156-40
LRV49.6
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2156-40
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium

Amber Waves vs August Morning Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Amber Waves on one side and August Morning on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.