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Benjamin Moore Manchester Tan HC-81

Manchester Tan

Benjamin Moore

HC-81

About Manchester Tan by Benjamin Moore

Manchester Tan HC-81 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 65% and hue near 43° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 64.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dbd2bc

RGB: 219, 210, 188

Hue43°

Saturation30%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Manchester Tan HC-81 a warm or cool color?
Manchester 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 Manchester Tan?
Manchester Tan sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Manchester Tan?
Brightness is about 65%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #dbd2bc. The RGB value is 219, 210, 188.
Is Manchester Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Manchester Tan has brightness around 65%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Manchester Tan?
You can match Manchester 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 Manchester Tan work best in a home?
Manchester 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 Manchester Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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