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Benjamin Moore Ivy League

516 · #988B65 · LRV 26.1

Compare with other brands: PPG Tapenade is a 96% match

Ivy League (516) is a dark yellow from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 26.1 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is PPG Tapenade (96% match).

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LRV

26.1 · Dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

516

HEX

#988B65

RGB

152, 139, 101

HSL

45°, 20%, 50%

Family

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Ivy League FAQ

What is the LRV of Ivy League?

Ivy League has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 26.1 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.

What is the closest match to Ivy League in other brands?

PPG: Tapenade (PPG11-32), 96%; Glidden: Willow Tree (PPG1112-6), 95%; Sherwin-Williams: Rattan Palm (SW 9533), 94%; Valspar: Caraway Shield (6008-4B), 93%; Dunn-Edwards: Ridgecrest (DE6174), 93%; Behr: Dash Of Oregano (S330-6), 92%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Barro Verde (HGSW9123), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Dibber (No. 312), 80%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Ivy League?

The HEX code of Ivy League (516) is #988B65, RGB 152, 139, 101. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.