ColorplanBenjamin Moore Bridgewater Tan (1096) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 44. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Whole Wheat (SW 6121), Farrow & Ball Cat's Paw (No.240) and Behr Harvest Brown (710D-4). For trim, try Pink Damask (OC-72).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 44.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C9AE84 |
| RGB | 201, 174, 132 |
| HSL | 37°, 39%, 65% |
About Bridgewater Tan
Bridgewater Tan (1096) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 44, Bridgewater Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bridgewater Tan's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. It's very close to Wilmington Tan (HC-34); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Bridgewater Tan changes with the light
Bridgewater Tan has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Bridgewater Tan's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Bridgewater Tan will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Bridgewater Tan can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Bridgewater Tan will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Bridgewater Tan in real homes
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Bridgewater Tan equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 2.7
Also close: Basket Beige (ΔE 3.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Bridgewater Tan questions
What undertone does Bridgewater Tan have?
Bridgewater Tan has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bridgewater Tan's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Bridgewater Tan a light or dark color?
Bridgewater Tan has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 44.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 44, Bridgewater Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Bridgewater Tan in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Whole Wheat SW 6121 (close, ΔE 2.7); Farrow & Ball: Cat's Paw No.240 (very close, ΔE 1.9); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (close, ΔE 5.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Bridgewater Tan?
Try Pink Damask (OC-72) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Bridgewater Tan's undertone.
Where does Bridgewater Tan work best?
Bridgewater Tan works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 44, Bridgewater Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
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