ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mountain Retreat (1176) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 20. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Reddened Earth (SW 6053). For trim, try Pink Bliss (2093-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 19.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #9C725F |
| RGB | 156, 114, 95 |
| HSL | 19°, 24%, 49% |
About Mountain Retreat
Mountain Retreat (1176) is a very dark, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 20, Mountain Retreat absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mountain Retreat'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 Antique Copper (1169), it's cooler.
How Mountain Retreat changes with the light
Mountain Retreat 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
Mountain Retreat's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mountain Retreat 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 Mountain Retreat can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Mountain Retreat will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Mountain Retreat in real homes
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Mountain Retreat 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 4.1
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.4
Also close: Loggia (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.7
Also close: Mocha Latte (ΔE 9.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mountain Retreat questions
What undertone does Mountain Retreat have?
Mountain Retreat has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mountain Retreat's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mountain Retreat a light or dark color?
Mountain Retreat has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 19.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 20, Mountain Retreat absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Mountain Retreat in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (close, ΔE 4.1); Farrow & Ball: Marmelo No.316 (closest available, ΔE 5.4); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 5.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mountain Retreat?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mountain Retreat's undertone.
Where does Mountain Retreat work best?
Mountain Retreat works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 20, Mountain Retreat absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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