ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sausalito Sunset (074) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 48. For trim, try Soft Pink (2012-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 47.8 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F2A685 |
| RGB | 242, 166, 133 |
| HSL | 18°, 81%, 74% |
About Sausalito Sunset
Sausalito Sunset (074) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 48, Sausalito Sunset has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sausalito Sunset'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 Intense Peach (081), it's darker.
How Sausalito Sunset changes with the light
Sausalito Sunset 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
Sausalito Sunset's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sausalito Sunset 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 Sausalito Sunset can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sausalito Sunset will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sausalito Sunset in real homes
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Sausalito Sunset 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 5.1
Also close: Rose Tan (ΔE 7.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.5
Also close: Fowler Pink (ΔE 6.8)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 9.9
Also close: Classic Taupe (ΔE 13.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sausalito Sunset questions
What undertone does Sausalito Sunset have?
Sausalito Sunset has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sausalito Sunset's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sausalito Sunset a light or dark color?
Sausalito Sunset has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 47.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 48, Sausalito Sunset has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Sausalito Sunset in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Persimmon SW 6339 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Farrow & Ball: Naperon No.315 (closest available, ΔE 5.5); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 9.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sausalito Sunset?
Try Soft Pink (2012-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sausalito Sunset's undertone.
Where does Sausalito Sunset work best?
Sausalito Sunset works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 48, Sausalito Sunset has visible color without darkening a room much.
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