ColorplanBenjamin Moore Cattail (CSP-295) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 15. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Wainscot (No.55). For trim, try Frosted Petal (2089-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 14.6 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #886348 |
| RGB | 136, 99, 72 |
| HSL | 25°, 31%, 41% |
About Cattail
Cattail (CSP-295) is a very dark, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 15, Cattail absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cattail's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. It's very close to Rich Clay Brown (2164-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Cattail changes with the light
Cattail 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
Cattail's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Cattail 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 Cattail can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Cattail will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Cattail in real homes
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Cattail 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 9.8
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 8.1
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 13.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Cattail questions
What undertone does Cattail have?
Cattail has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cattail's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Cattail a light or dark color?
Cattail has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 14.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 15, Cattail absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Cattail in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (closest available, ΔE 9.8); Farrow & Ball: Wainscot No.55 (close, ΔE 4.0); Behr: Mocha Latte PPU5-04 (closest available, ΔE 8.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Cattail?
Try Frosted Petal (2089-70) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Cattail's undertone.
Where does Cattail work best?
Cattail works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 15, Cattail absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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