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Maple Sugar

Benjamin Moore · 2160-30

The Analysis

Maple Sugar is a medium-toned, earthy brown with strong golden undertones. With an LRV of 35.12, it absorbs a significant amount of light, which will make a room feel cozy and enclosed rather than expansive or airy.

It functions best as a sophisticated backdrop for rooms where you want a sense of intimacy, such as a study or a dining room. It is too saturated for a full-house neutral, but it acts as an excellent, rich anchor for accent walls or library-style cabinetry.

LRV 35

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a traditional, heritage aesthetic reminiscent of natural wood paneling and early 20th-century interiors. It avoids the clinical look of modern trends, favoring a timeless, established feel.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware for a clean, sharp contrast or unlacquered brass to highlight the golden warmth of the pigment. It works exceptionally well alongside medium-to-dark walnut wood tones to create a cohesive, layered look.

The Mood

This color provides a grounding, stable environment that feels warm and reliable. It is less about high-energy stimulation and more about creating a calm, sheltered space to unwind in.

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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