ColorplanBenjamin Moore Gaucho Brown (2096-40) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 26. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Redend Point (SW 9081) and Behr Mars Red (PPU2-11). 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 | 26.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A98573 |
| RGB | 169, 133, 115 |
| HSL | 20°, 24%, 56% |
About Gaucho Brown
Gaucho Brown (2096-40) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 26, Gaucho Brown 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 Gaucho Brown'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 Mudslide (2095-40), it's lighter and warmer.
How Gaucho Brown changes with the light
Gaucho Brown 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
Gaucho Brown's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Gaucho Brown 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 Gaucho Brown can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Gaucho Brown will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Gaucho Brown in real homes
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Gaucho Brown 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: Hopsack (ΔE 6.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.8
Also close: Porphyry Pink (ΔE 7.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Gaucho Brown questions
What undertone does Gaucho Brown have?
Gaucho Brown has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Gaucho Brown's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Gaucho Brown a light or dark color?
Gaucho Brown has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 26.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 26, Gaucho Brown 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 Gaucho Brown in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Redend Point SW 9081 (close, ΔE 3.1); Farrow & Ball: Sulking Room Pink No.295 (closest available, ΔE 5.8); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (close, ΔE 4.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Gaucho Brown?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Gaucho Brown's undertone.
Where does Gaucho Brown work best?
Gaucho Brown works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 26, Gaucho Brown 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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