ColorplanBenjamin Moore Cappuccino (2096-50) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 46. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Templeton Pink (No.303). For trim, try Pink Essence (881).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 45.8 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #CAAFA1 |
| RGB | 202, 175, 161 |
| HSL | 20°, 28%, 71% |
About Cappuccino
Cappuccino (2096-50) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 46, Cappuccino has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cappuccino'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. Next to Cedar Ridge (1233), it's darker and warmer.
How Cappuccino changes with the light
Cappuccino 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
Cappuccino's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Cappuccino 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 Cappuccino can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Cappuccino will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Cappuccino in real homes
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Cappuccino 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
Closest available · ΔE 5.6
Also close: Nomadic Desert (ΔE 6.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 2.6
Also close: Smoked Trout (ΔE 4.5)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.6
Also close: Classic Taupe (ΔE 6.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Cappuccino questions
What undertone does Cappuccino have?
Cappuccino has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cappuccino's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Cappuccino a light or dark color?
Cappuccino has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 45.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 46, Cappuccino has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Cappuccino in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Pink Shadow SW 0070 (closest available, ΔE 5.6); Farrow & Ball: Templeton Pink No.303 (close, ΔE 2.6); Behr: Mesa Taupe PPU5-14 (closest available, ΔE 5.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Cappuccino?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Cappuccino's undertone.
Where does Cappuccino work best?
Cappuccino works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 46, Cappuccino has visible color without darkening a room much.
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