ColorplanBenjamin Moore Elk (CC-362) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 28. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Hopsack (SW 6109). 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 | 28.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A58D72 |
| RGB | 165, 141, 114 |
| HSL | 32°, 22%, 55% |
About Elk
Elk (CC-362) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 28, Elk 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 Elk'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 Clay (1034); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Elk changes with the light
Elk 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
Elk's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Elk 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 Elk can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Elk will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Elk in real homes
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Elk 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 4.3
Also close: Keystone Gray (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: Mouse's Back (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.4
Also close: Harvest Brown (ΔE 7.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Elk questions
What undertone does Elk have?
Elk has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Elk's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Elk a light or dark color?
Elk has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 28, Elk 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 Elk in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (close, ΔE 4.3); Farrow & Ball: Buff No.20 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Behr: Studio Taupe PPU5-07 (closest available, ΔE 6.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Elk?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Elk's undertone.
Where does Elk work best?
Elk works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 28, Elk 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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