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Benjamin Moore Baked Terra Cotta 1202

Baked Terra Cotta

Benjamin Moore

1202

About Baked Terra Cotta by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 20.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b36957

RGB: 179, 105, 87

Hue12°

Saturation38%

Lightness52%

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These are close matches to Baked Terra Cotta from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Baked Terra Cotta looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Baked Terra Cotta 1202 a warm or cool color?
Baked Terra Cotta by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Baked Terra Cotta?
Baked Terra Cotta sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 12°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Baked Terra Cotta?
Brightness is about 20%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 12°. The hex value is #b36957. The RGB value is 179, 105, 87.
Is Baked Terra Cotta better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Baked Terra Cotta has brightness around 20%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Baked Terra Cotta?
You can match Baked Terra Cotta with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Baked Terra Cotta work best in a home?
Baked Terra Cotta works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Baked Terra Cotta compare to a pure white paint?
Baked Terra Cotta is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Baked Terra Cotta in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Baked Terra Cotta in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Baked Terra Cotta. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Baked Terra Cotta. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.