ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mystic Beige (2162-60) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 73. 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 | 73.1 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #ECDCC5 |
| RGB | 236, 220, 197 |
| HSL | 35°, 51%, 85% |
About Mystic Beige
Mystic Beige (2162-60) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 73, Mystic Beige reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mystic Beige'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 Sand Dunes (1072); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Mystic Beige changes with the light
Mystic Beige 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
Mystic Beige's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mystic Beige 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 Mystic Beige can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Mystic Beige will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Mystic Beige in real homes
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Mystic Beige 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 1.3
Also close: Antique White (ΔE 1.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mystic Beige questions
What undertone does Mystic Beige have?
Mystic Beige has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mystic Beige's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mystic Beige a light or dark color?
Mystic Beige has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 73.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 73, Mystic Beige reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Mystic Beige in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Navajo White SW 6126 (very close, ΔE 1.3); Farrow & Ball: Matchstick No.2013 (close, ΔE 2.6); Behr: Navajo White 22 (very close, ΔE 2.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mystic Beige?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mystic Beige's undertone.
Where does Mystic Beige work best?
Mystic Beige works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 73, Mystic Beige reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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