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Benjamin Moore Desert Tan 2153-50

Desert Tan

Benjamin Moore

2153-50

About Desert Tan by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 64%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e6cfa1

RGB: 230, 207, 161

Hue40°

Saturation58%

Lightness77%

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

Is Desert Tan 2153-50 a warm or cool color?
Desert 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 Desert Tan?
Desert Tan sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Desert Tan?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 58%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #e6cfa1. The RGB value is 230, 207, 161.
Is Desert Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Desert Tan has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Desert Tan?
You can match Desert 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 Desert Tan work best in a home?
Desert 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 Desert Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Desert 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 Desert 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 Desert 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 Desert Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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