ColorplanBenjamin Moore Burlap (2163-50) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 56. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Sand Dollar (SW 6099), Farrow & Ball Setting Plaster (No.231) and Behr Classic Taupe (290E-3). For trim, try Vintage Taupe (2110-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 55.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #DAC0AA |
| RGB | 218, 192, 170 |
| HSL | 28°, 39%, 76% |
About Burlap
Burlap (2163-50) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 56, Burlap has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Burlap's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. Next to Boudoir (AF-190), it's warmer.
How Burlap changes with the light
Burlap 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
Burlap's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Burlap 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 Burlap can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Burlap will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Burlap in real homes
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Burlap 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 3.1
Also close: Kilim Beige (ΔE 3.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.6
Also close: Templeton Pink (ΔE 4.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Very close · ΔE 2.2
Also close: Creamy Mushroom (ΔE 5.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Burlap questions
What undertone does Burlap have?
Burlap has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Burlap's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Burlap a light or dark color?
Burlap has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 55.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 56, Burlap has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Burlap in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sand Dollar SW 6099 (close, ΔE 3.1); Farrow & Ball: Setting Plaster No.231 (very close, ΔE 1.6); Behr: Classic Taupe 290E-3 (very close, ΔE 2.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Burlap?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Burlap's undertone.
Where does Burlap work best?
Burlap works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 56, Burlap has visible color without darkening a room much.
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