ColorplanBenjamin Moore Muddy York (CC-392) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 35. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Redend Point (SW 9081), Farrow & Ball Dead Salmon (No.28) and Behr Studio Taupe (PPU5-07). 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 | 35.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B49C8D |
| RGB | 180, 156, 141 |
| HSL | 23°, 21%, 63% |
About Muddy York
Muddy York (CC-392) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 35, Muddy York 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 Muddy York'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. It's very close to Whispering Woods (1012); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Muddy York changes with the light
Muddy York 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
Muddy York's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Muddy York 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 Muddy York can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Muddy York will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Muddy York in real homes
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Muddy York 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 4.9
Also close: Tony Taupe (ΔE 5.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.3
Also close: Smoked Trout (ΔE 3.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Muddy York questions
What undertone does Muddy York have?
Muddy York has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Muddy York's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Muddy York a light or dark color?
Muddy York has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 35.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 35, Muddy York 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 Muddy York in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Redend Point SW 9081 (close, ΔE 4.9); Farrow & Ball: Dead Salmon No.28 (very close, ΔE 1.3); Behr: Studio Taupe PPU5-07 (close, ΔE 4.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Muddy York?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Muddy York's undertone.
Where does Muddy York work best?
Muddy York works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 35, Muddy York 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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