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Benjamin Moore Palm Desert Tan 1123

Palm Desert Tan

Benjamin Moore

1123

About Palm Desert Tan by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 43.7%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c8ac8e

RGB: 200, 172, 142

Hue31°

Saturation35%

Lightness67%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Palm Desert Tan 1123 a warm or cool color?
Palm 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 Palm Desert Tan?
Palm Desert Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 31°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Palm Desert Tan?
Brightness is about 44%. Saturation is around 35%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 31°. The hex value is #c8ac8e. The RGB value is 200, 172, 142.
Is Palm Desert Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Palm Desert Tan has brightness around 44%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Palm Desert Tan?
You can match Palm 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 Palm Desert Tan work best in a home?
Palm 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 Palm Desert Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Palm 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 Palm 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 Palm 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 Palm Desert Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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