ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sierra Hills (1053) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 50. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Macadamia (SW 6142), Farrow & Ball Oxford Stone (No.264) and Behr Classic Taupe (290E-3). 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 | 50.2 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #CDB99F |
| RGB | 205, 185, 159 |
| HSL | 34°, 32%, 71% |
About Sierra Hills
Sierra Hills (1053) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 50, Sierra Hills has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sierra Hills's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. It's very close to Warm Sand (CSP-280); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Sierra Hills changes with the light
Sierra Hills 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
Sierra Hills's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sierra Hills 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 Sierra Hills can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sierra Hills will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sierra Hills in real homes
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Sierra Hills 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
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.8
Also close: Ramie (ΔE 2.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.3
Also close: Savage Ground (ΔE 3.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sierra Hills questions
What undertone does Sierra Hills have?
Sierra Hills has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sierra Hills's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sierra Hills a light or dark color?
Sierra Hills has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 50.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 50, Sierra Hills has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Sierra Hills in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Macadamia SW 6142 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.8); Farrow & Ball: Oxford Stone No.264 (close, ΔE 3.3); Behr: Classic Taupe 290E-3 (very close, ΔE 2.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sierra Hills?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sierra Hills's undertone.
Where does Sierra Hills work best?
Sierra Hills works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 50, Sierra Hills has visible color without darkening a room much.
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