ColorplanBenjamin Moore Scarecrow (1041) is a deep beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 29. For trim, try Pink Damask (OC-72).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 28.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A98E69 |
| RGB | 169, 142, 105 |
| HSL | 35°, 27%, 54% |
About Scarecrow
Scarecrow (1041) is a deep, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 29, Scarecrow 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 Scarecrow'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. It's very close to Norwester Tan (CC-332); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Scarecrow changes with the light
Scarecrow 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
Scarecrow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Scarecrow 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 Scarecrow can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Scarecrow will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Scarecrow in real homes
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Scarecrow 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: Latte (ΔE 6.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.6
Also close: Studio Taupe (ΔE 9.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Scarecrow questions
What undertone does Scarecrow have?
Scarecrow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Scarecrow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Scarecrow a light or dark color?
Scarecrow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Scarecrow 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 Scarecrow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Farrow & Ball: Buff No.20 (closest available, ΔE 5.7); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (closest available, ΔE 7.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Scarecrow?
Try Pink Damask (OC-72) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Scarecrow's undertone.
Where does Scarecrow work best?
Scarecrow works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 29, Scarecrow 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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