ColorplanBenjamin Moore Penny (2163-30) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 18. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Marmelo (No.316). For trim, try Shell Pink (883).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 18.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #986E4F |
| RGB | 152, 110, 79 |
| HSL | 25°, 32%, 45% |
About Penny
Penny (2163-30) is a very dark, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 18, Penny 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 Penny'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 Spiced Rum (CC-272), it's cooler and more muted.
How Penny changes with the light
Penny 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
Penny's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Penny 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 Penny can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Penny will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Penny in real homes
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Penny 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
Closest available · ΔE 7.4
Also close: Hopsack (ΔE 7.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 8.8
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 9.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Penny questions
What undertone does Penny have?
Penny has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Penny's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Penny a light or dark color?
Penny has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 18.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 18, Penny absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Penny in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 7.4); Farrow & Ball: Marmelo No.316 (close, ΔE 3.1); Behr: Mocha Latte PPU5-04 (closest available, ΔE 8.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Penny?
Try Shell Pink (883) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Penny's undertone.
Where does Penny work best?
Penny works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 18, Penny absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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