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Benjamin Moore Sonoma Clay 1242

Sonoma Clay

Benjamin Moore

1242

About Sonoma Clay by Benjamin Moore

Sonoma Clay 1242 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 50% and hue near 12° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 50.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cfb7b1

RGB: 207, 183, 177

Hue12°

Saturation24%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Sonoma Clay 1242 a warm or cool color?
Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay?
Sonoma Clay sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 12°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sonoma Clay?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 12°. The hex value is #cfb7b1. The RGB value is 207, 183, 177.
Is Sonoma Clay better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sonoma Clay has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sonoma Clay?
You can match Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay work best in a home?
Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay compare to a pure white paint?
Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay 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 Sonoma Clay. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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