Beige is a broad family of warm, versatile neutrals. Depending on its undertones, a beige paint color can appear creamy and warm, muted and earthy, slightly gray, or even have subtle hints of pink or green.
That variety is what makes beige so useful, but it can also make choosing the right one difficult. Here are some of the main shades of beige and Benjamin Moore paint colors to consider within each.
Light Beige Paint Colors
Light beige provides the warmth of beige without bringing too much depth to a room. Some shades are so light that they can even serve as an alternative to white or off-white.
Benjamin Moore paint colors to explore:
- Muslin OC-12
- Barely Beige 1066
- Feather Down OC-6
- Maritime White OC-5
- Ballet White OC-9
These lighter beiges can work particularly well when you want a bright, neutral room that still feels warmer than one painted white or light gray.
Warm Beige Paint Colors
Warm beige typically has yellow, cream, golden, or earthy undertones. These shades can make a room feel comfortable and inviting, particularly when paired with other warm finishes.
Benjamin Moore paint colors to explore:
- Natural Cream OC-14
- Shaker Beige HC-45
- Monroe Bisque HC-26
- Putnam Ivory HC-39
- Lenox Tan HC-44
Warm beiges pair naturally with wood, cream, warm whites, leather, and other earthy colors and materials.
Neutral Beige Paint Colors
If you don’t want your beige to lean noticeably yellow, gray, or pink, look toward more balanced shades. These colors still have warmth but can be easier to coordinate with a broad range of finishes.
Benjamin Moore paint colors to explore:
- Manchester Tan HC-81
- Muslin OC-12
- Grant Beige HC-83
- Clay Beige OC-11
- Bradstreet Beige HC-48
Remember that even a relatively balanced beige has undertones, and those undertones can become more apparent once the color is placed next to flooring, furniture, countertops, and trim.
Greige Paint Colors
Greige sits between beige and gray, combining some of beige’s warmth with the muted appearance of gray. Depending on the color, it may look predominantly beige in one room and noticeably grayer in another.
Benjamin Moore paint colors to explore:
- Edgecomb Gray HC-173
- Revere Pewter HC-172
- Pale Oak OC-20
- Balboa Mist OC-27
- Cedar Key OC-16
Greige can be particularly useful in spaces that combine both warm and cool finishes.
Taupe & Brown-Beige Paint Colors
As beige becomes deeper and earthier, it begins moving toward taupe and light brown. These colors bring more depth to a room while retaining the versatility of a neutral.
Benjamin Moore paint colors to explore:
- Stone House 1039
- Smokey Taupe 983
- Pashmina AF-100
- Ashley Gray HC-87
- Cabot Trail 998
These deeper neutrals can work well in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, cabinetry, and spaces with substantial natural wood.
Beige Paint Colors With Pink or Red Undertones
Some beiges contain subtle pink, red, or rosy undertones. These undertones may not be immediately obvious on a small paint chip but can become much more noticeable once the color is on a larger surface.
Colors in this part of the beige family include shades such as Basking Ridge Beige 1158 and other warm beiges with rosy or reddish influences.
These colors can work beautifully with the right surroundings, but it’s particularly important to compare them against flooring, stone, tile, upholstery, and other permanent finishes before committing.
How to Choose the Right Beige Paint Color
Pay attention to the undertones already present in your room. Flooring, countertops, furniture, stone, wood, and even nearby paint colors can cause the same beige to look very different from one space to another.
Lighting matters as well. Compare your top beige colors in the actual room and look at them in both natural and artificial light before making your final choice.
What Colors Go With Beige?
Beige pairs well with a wide range of colors. Whites and creams can create a soft neutral palette, while greens and blues provide more contrast. Brown and natural wood reinforce its warmth, while black or other dark colors can create a sharper, more contemporary look.
The particular undertone of your beige should help guide which coordinating colors you choose.
Where Can You Use Beige Paint?
Beige is versatile enough to work throughout a home, including living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, hallways, bathrooms, cabinets, and even exteriors.
Lighter beiges can provide a subtle backdrop across larger areas, while deeper beige and taupe shades can also work well when you want a room or architectural feature to have more presence.
Find Beige Paint Colors at Loconsolo Paints Stores
There can be a surprisingly big difference between two beige paint colors once they’re on the wall. Stop by Loconsolo Paints to compare Benjamin Moore beige paint colors, pick up samples, and get help from our knowledgeable team.
Visit one of our NYC paint store locations to find the right shade of beige for your space.