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Ansonia Peach

Benjamin Moore · HC-52

The Analysis

Ansonia Peach is a mid-tone terracotta that adds immediate warmth to a room without feeling overwhelming. With an LRV of 51, it absorbs a moderate amount of light, which helps ground a large space but can make a very small, windowless room feel slightly more enclosed.

It functions best as a main wall color in rooms where you want a cozy, enveloped feeling. Because it has significant saturation, it also works as a sophisticated accent wall to break up neutral zones without clashing with surrounding decor.

LRV 51

History & Origin

This color leans heavily into the Heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of earthy pigment washes used in 19th-century architecture. It bridges the gap between classic period homes and a warm, updated transitional look.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

It pairs exceptionally well with natural white oak or walnut wood tones to enhance its organic warmth. For metal finishes, choose unlacquered brass for a classic look or matte black if you want to sharpen the room’s edges.

The Mood

This shade is inherently energizing and optimistic, making it an excellent choice for communal areas where you want to encourage conversation. It provides a sense of comfort and stability, avoiding the stark, clinical feeling that cooler neutrals often produce.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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