ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mohair (1058) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 69. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Navajo White (SW 6126), Farrow & Ball Matchstick (No.2013) and Behr Toasted Cashew (PWN-66). 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 | 68.5 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E6D6BC |
| RGB | 230, 214, 188 |
| HSL | 37°, 46%, 82% |
About Mohair
Mohair (1058) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 69, Mohair has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mohair'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 Malton (1073); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Mohair changes with the light
Mohair 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
Mohair's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mohair 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 Mohair can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Mohair will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Mohair in real homes
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Mohair 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 2.0
Also close: Antique White (ΔE 2.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.3
Also close: Joa's White (ΔE 2.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mohair questions
What undertone does Mohair have?
Mohair has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mohair's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mohair a light or dark color?
Mohair has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 68.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 69, Mohair has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Mohair in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Navajo White SW 6126 (very close, ΔE 2.0); Farrow & Ball: Matchstick No.2013 (very close, ΔE 1.3); Behr: Toasted Cashew PWN-66 (very close, ΔE 1.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mohair?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mohair's undertone.
Where does Mohair work best?
Mohair works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 69, Mohair has visible color without darkening a room much.
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