ColorplanBenjamin Moore Dark Mustard (2161-30) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 24. For trim, try Soft White (2170-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 24.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #AB7E51 |
| RGB | 171, 126, 81 |
| HSL | 30°, 36%, 49% |
About Dark Mustard
Dark Mustard (2161-30) is a deep, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 24, Dark Mustard absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Dark Mustard'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 Etruscan (AF-355), it's darker.
How Dark Mustard changes with the light
Dark Mustard 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
Dark Mustard's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Dark Mustard 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 Dark Mustard can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Dark Mustard will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Dark Mustard in real homes
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Dark Mustard 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 5.5
Also close: Redend Point (ΔE 10.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.0
Also close: Dauphin (ΔE 9.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.2
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 11.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Dark Mustard questions
What undertone does Dark Mustard have?
Dark Mustard has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Dark Mustard's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Dark Mustard a light or dark color?
Dark Mustard has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 24.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 24, Dark Mustard absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Dark Mustard in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (closest available, ΔE 5.5); Farrow & Ball: Marmelo No.316 (closest available, ΔE 7.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 11.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Dark Mustard?
Try Soft White (2170-70) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Dark Mustard's undertone.
Where does Dark Mustard work best?
Dark Mustard works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 24, Dark Mustard absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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