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Benjamin Moore Santa Fe Tan 2097-40

Santa Fe Tan

Benjamin Moore

2097-40

About Santa Fe Tan by Benjamin Moore

Santa Fe Tan 2097-40 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 24% and hue near 16° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 23.8%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9f7f73

RGB: 159, 127, 115

Hue16°

Saturation19%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Santa Fe Tan 2097-40 a warm or cool color?
Santa Fe Tan by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Santa Fe Tan?
Santa Fe Tan sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 16°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Santa Fe Tan?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 16°. The hex value is #9f7f73. The RGB value is 159, 127, 115.
Is Santa Fe Tan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Santa Fe Tan has brightness around 24%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Santa Fe Tan?
You can match Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Tan work best in a home?
Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Tan compare to a pure white paint?
Santa Fe Tan is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Tan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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