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Benjamin Moore Tarpley Brown CW-170

Tarpley Brown

Benjamin Moore

CW-170

About Tarpley Brown by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 4.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #493830

RGB: 73, 56, 48

Hue19°

Saturation21%

Lightness24%

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

Is Tarpley Brown CW-170 a warm or cool color?
Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown?
Tarpley Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 19°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tarpley Brown?
Brightness is about 5%. Saturation is around 21%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 24%. Hue is close to 19°. The hex value is #493830. The RGB value is 73, 56, 48.
Is Tarpley Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tarpley Brown has brightness around 5%. 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 Tarpley Brown?
You can match Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown work best in a home?
Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown 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 Tarpley Brown. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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