ColorplanBenjamin Moore Malton (1073) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 70. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Navajo White (SW 6126), Farrow & Ball Matchstick (No.2013) and Behr Navajo White (22). 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 | 69.8 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E7D8BE |
| RGB | 231, 216, 190 |
| HSL | 38°, 46%, 83% |
About Malton
Malton (1073) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 70, Malton has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Malton'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. It's very close to Mohair (1058); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Malton changes with the light
Malton 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
Malton's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Malton 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 Malton can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Malton will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Malton in real homes
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Malton 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
Very close · ΔE 1.7
Also close: Antique White (ΔE 1.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.1
Also close: Joa's White (ΔE 3.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Malton questions
What undertone does Malton have?
Malton has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Malton's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Malton a light or dark color?
Malton has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 69.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 70, Malton has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Malton in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Navajo White SW 6126 (very close, ΔE 1.7); Farrow & Ball: Matchstick No.2013 (very close, ΔE 1.1); Behr: Navajo White 22 (very close, ΔE 1.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Malton?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Malton's undertone.
Where does Malton work best?
Malton works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 70, Malton has visible color without darkening a room much.
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