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Benjamin Moore Dearborn Tan 1153

Dearborn Tan

Benjamin Moore

1153

About Dearborn Tan by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 42%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cda688

RGB: 205, 166, 136

Hue26°

Saturation41%

Lightness67%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Dearborn Tan looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dearborn Tan 1153 a warm or cool color?
Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan?
Dearborn Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 26°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dearborn Tan?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 41%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 26°. The hex value is #cda688. The RGB value is 205, 166, 136.
Is Dearborn Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dearborn Tan has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Dearborn Tan?
You can match Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan work best in a home?
Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan 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 Dearborn Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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