ColorplanBenjamin Moore Nutmeg (1227) is a deep beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 37. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Rose Tan (SW 0069), Farrow & Ball Entrance Hall Pink (No.61) and Behr Canyon Dusk (S210-4). 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 | 37.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C39D87 |
| RGB | 195, 157, 135 |
| HSL | 22°, 33%, 65% |
About Nutmeg
Nutmeg (1227) is a deep, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 37, Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg'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 Ipanema (AF-245), it's darker.
How Nutmeg changes with the light
Nutmeg 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
Nutmeg's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Nutmeg will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Nutmeg in real homes
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Nutmeg 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 3.2
Also close: Redend Point (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.1
Also close: Ointment Pink (ΔE 3.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Nutmeg questions
What undertone does Nutmeg have?
Nutmeg has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Nutmeg's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Nutmeg a light or dark color?
Nutmeg has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 37.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 37, Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rose Tan SW 0069 (close, ΔE 3.2); Farrow & Ball: Entrance Hall Pink No.61 (close, ΔE 3.1); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (very close, ΔE 1.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Nutmeg?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Nutmeg's undertone.
Where does Nutmeg work best?
Nutmeg works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 37, Nutmeg 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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