Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect tan paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan and if it might be right for your home!

If you’re looking for a warm neutral with a little depth, tan is a great choice. It’s cozy, inviting, and blends effortlessly into a space while still adding character.

Tans work well as a backdrop, allowing your furniture and decor to shine.

Plus, they’re versatile enough to pair with almost any color, so even if your style changes, your walls won’t need a new coat of paint every time!

Today, let’s take a closer look at Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan.

Wilmington Tan, Benjamin Moore, HC-34

Wilmington Tan is a rich, warm tan that adds comfort and sophistication. It’s a classic shade that works well with many decorating styles.

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Color Family

Wilmington Tan is in the neutral family.

Light Reflectance Value

45

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 45, Wilmington Tan falls in the mid-range. It looks lighter in bright rooms and richer in dimly lit spaces.

RGB Colors

R: 204 G: 176 B: 132

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#ccb084

Undertones

Wilmington Tan has soft, warm yellow undertones.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Wilmington Tan will appear a bit brighter and warmer.

In north-facing rooms that lack natural light, it may deepen and feel a bit darker.

Best uses

Wilmington Tan is a great neutral, but it may be too dark to work as a whole house paint color. 

It works well in south-facing rooms with lots of natural light. You may want to choose a lighter shade of tan for north-facing rooms.

Here’s where I love using Wilmington Tan:

• Furniture – Perfect for painted cabinets or accent pieces.
• Living rooms – Warm and inviting, ideal for a cozy vibe.
• Bedrooms – Adds depth and coziness without feeling heavy.
• Kitchens – Looks amazing with natural wood and white cabinetry.
• Home exteriors – A sophisticated and classic option for siding or trim.

Similar Colors

If you like Wilmington Tan but want to explore other options, check out these shades:

• Benjamin Moore Bridgewater Tan
• Behr Perennial Gold 
• Sherwin Williams Downing Straw
• Benjamin Moore Twilight Gold
• Behr Harvest Home
• Sherwin Williams Safari
• Benjamin Moore Tawny Bisque

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Coordinating Colors

As a neutral tan, Wilmington Tan pairs well with almost any other color.

It looks great with other warm neutrals, such as soft whites, off-whites, creams, and browns.

Wilmington Tan also pairs well with blues, greens, violets, pinks and reds.

Soft, creamy whites:

• Timid White
• Linen White
• Navajo White
• Lily of the Valley
• Marble White

Deep, rich browns:

• Satchel
• Saddle Brown
• Marsh Brown
• Chocolate Truffle
• Seed Brown

Deep blues:

• Bachelor Blue
• Normandy
• Black Pepper
• Coastline
• Spellbound

Trim Colors

For a crisp, clean contrast, I recommend pairing Wilmington Tan with a soft white trim.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

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FAQS

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Wilmington Tan.

What are the undertones of Wilmington Tan?

Wilmington Tan has warm yellow undertones but doesn’t lean orange or peach, making it a well-balanced tan.

What color trim goes with Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan?

Since Wilmington Tan is a warm tan paint color, I prefer to pair it with soft white trim colors, such as SW Alabaster, BM White Dove, or Behr Cameo White.

What's the difference: BM Wilmington Tan vs Bridgewater Tan?

Wilmington Tan and Bridgewater Tan are similar warm-toned tan paint colors. Both boast yellow undertones.

Bridgewater Tan is very slightly darker than Wilmington Tan.

Between the two, Bridgewater Tan leans a bit more muted gold.

If you’re deciding between the two, I recommend swatching them side by side.

Is Wilmington Tan warm or cool?

Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan is a warm paint color. It's great for adding a cozy warmth to a space.

What's the difference: BM Wilmington Tan vs Twilight Gold?

Both are similar warm shades of tan.

Wilmington Tan is slightly lighter than Twilight Gold, with an LRV of 45 vs 43.

Wilmington Tan leans a bit more tan, and Twilight Gold leans a bit more caramel.

Swatching both colors will help you see the difference and decide which one suits your style best.

What colors go with Benjamin Moore Wilmington Tan?

Wilmington Tan works with soft whites, creams, browns, deep blues, greens, violets, reds, and pinks.

• Looking for a warm white? Try Timid White or Linen White.
• Want a rich brown? Satchel or Saddle Brown are great picks.
• Need a deep blue? Bachelor Blue or Normandy looks fantastic.

Thanks for reading!