ColorplanBenjamin Moore Intense Peach (081) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 51. For trim, try Soft Pink (2012-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 51.3 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F8AC89 |
| RGB | 248, 172, 137 |
| HSL | 19°, 89%, 75% |
About Intense Peach
Intense Peach (081) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 51, Intense Peach has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Intense Peach's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. Next to Sausalito Sunset (074), it's lighter.
How Intense Peach changes with the light
Intense Peach 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
Intense Peach's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Intense Peach 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 Intense Peach can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Intense Peach will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Intense Peach in real homes
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Intense Peach 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 6.6
Also close: Rose Tan (ΔE 8.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.3
Also close: Fowler Pink (ΔE 7.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 10.7
Also close: Classic Taupe (ΔE 13.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Intense Peach questions
What undertone does Intense Peach have?
Intense Peach has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Intense Peach's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Intense Peach a light or dark color?
Intense Peach has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 51.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 51, Intense Peach has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Intense Peach in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Persimmon SW 6339 (closest available, ΔE 6.6); Farrow & Ball: Naperon No.315 (closest available, ΔE 6.3); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 10.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Intense Peach?
Try Soft Pink (2012-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Intense Peach's undertone.
Where does Intense Peach work best?
Intense Peach works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 51, Intense Peach has visible color without darkening a room much.
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