ColorplanBenjamin Moore Tucson Tan (1144) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 57. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Compatible Cream (SW 6387) and Behr Classic Taupe (290E-3). For trim, try Sand Dollar (OC-71).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 56.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E2C19C |
| RGB | 226, 193, 156 |
| HSL | 32°, 55%, 75% |
About Tucson Tan
Tucson Tan (1144) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 57, Tucson Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tucson Tan'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. Next to Sepia Tan (CC-276), it's lighter.
How Tucson Tan changes with the light
Tucson Tan 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
Tucson Tan's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Tucson Tan 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 Tucson Tan can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Tucson Tan will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Tucson Tan in real homes
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Tucson Tan 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
Very close · ΔE 2.3
Also close: Ivoire (ΔE 4.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.4
Also close: Straw (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Tucson Tan questions
What undertone does Tucson Tan have?
Tucson Tan has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tucson Tan's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Tucson Tan a light or dark color?
Tucson Tan has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 57, Tucson Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Tucson Tan in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Compatible Cream SW 6387 (very close, ΔE 2.3); Farrow & Ball: Dorset Cream No.68 (closest available, ΔE 5.4); Behr: Classic Taupe 290E-3 (close, ΔE 4.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Tucson Tan?
Try Sand Dollar (OC-71) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Tucson Tan's undertone.
Where does Tucson Tan work best?
Tucson Tan works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 57, Tucson Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
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