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Benjamin Moore Cocoa Sand 1122

Cocoa Sand

Benjamin Moore

1122

About Cocoa Sand by Benjamin Moore

Cocoa Sand 1122 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 58% and hue near 33° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 57.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dac5ac

RGB: 218, 197, 172

Hue33°

Saturation38%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Cocoa Sand 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 Cocoa Sand looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Cocoa Sand 1122 a warm or cool color?
Cocoa Sand by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cocoa Sand?
Cocoa Sand sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 33°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cocoa Sand?
Brightness is about 58%. Saturation is around 38%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 33°. The hex value is #dac5ac. The RGB value is 218, 197, 172.
Is Cocoa Sand better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cocoa Sand has brightness around 58%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Cocoa Sand?
You can match Cocoa Sand 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 Cocoa Sand work best in a home?
Cocoa Sand 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 Cocoa Sand compare to a pure white paint?
Cocoa Sand is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Cocoa Sand 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 Cocoa Sand 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 Cocoa Sand. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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