ColorplanBenjamin Moore Strathmore Manor (244) is a deep beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 34. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Biscuit (No.38) and Behr Harvest Brown (710D-4). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 34.0 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #AC9C7C |
| RGB | 172, 156, 124 |
| HSL | 40°, 22%, 58% |
About Strathmore Manor
Strathmore Manor (244) is a deep beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 34, Strathmore Manor 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 Strathmore Manor'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 Northampton Putty (HC-89); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Strathmore Manor changes with the light
Strathmore Manor 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
Strathmore Manor's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Strathmore Manor 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 Strathmore Manor can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Strathmore Manor will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Strathmore Manor in real homes
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Strathmore Manor 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 5.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Strathmore Manor questions
What undertone does Strathmore Manor have?
Strathmore Manor has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Strathmore Manor's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Strathmore Manor a light or dark color?
Strathmore Manor has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 34.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 34, Strathmore Manor 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 Strathmore Manor in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Universal Khaki SW 6150 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Farrow & Ball: Biscuit No.38 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (close, ΔE 4.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Strathmore Manor?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Strathmore Manor's undertone.
Where does Strathmore Manor work best?
Strathmore Manor works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 34, Strathmore Manor 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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