ColorplanBenjamin Moore Raccoon Hollow (978) is a deep beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 29. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Keystone Gray (SW 7504), Farrow & Ball Mouse's Back (No.40) and Behr Studio Taupe (PPU5-07). 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 | 28.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #9D917D |
| RGB | 157, 145, 125 |
| HSL | 37°, 14%, 55% |
About Raccoon Hollow
Raccoon Hollow (978) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 29, Raccoon Hollow 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 Raccoon Hollow'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 Nordic Gray (CC-576), it's cooler.
How Raccoon Hollow changes with the light
Raccoon Hollow has a gentle warm undertone that keeps it from going cold in north-facing rooms, and it looks a touch warmer again in afternoon west light.
North-facing rooms
Raccoon Hollow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Raccoon Hollow will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Raccoon Hollow close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Raccoon Hollow will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Raccoon Hollow in real homes
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Raccoon Hollow 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 2.7
Also close: Pavestone (ΔE 4.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Raccoon Hollow questions
What undertone does Raccoon Hollow have?
Raccoon Hollow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Raccoon Hollow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Raccoon Hollow a light or dark color?
Raccoon Hollow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Raccoon Hollow 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 Raccoon Hollow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Keystone Gray SW 7504 (close, ΔE 2.7); Farrow & Ball: Mouse's Back No.40 (close, ΔE 2.7); Behr: Studio Taupe PPU5-07 (close, ΔE 4.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Raccoon Hollow?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Raccoon Hollow's undertone.
Where does Raccoon Hollow work best?
Raccoon Hollow works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 29, Raccoon Hollow 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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