Dark Mustard 2161-30 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AC7F52, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is African Desert from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC7F52 · 2161-30
Dark Mustard
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dark Mustard Technical Profile
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Dark Mustard in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Mustard in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark Mustard
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAfrican Desert
African Desert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Mousse
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gold Plated
Behr
Nearly identical
Cool Copper
PPG
Nearly identical
Vintage Brass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Burnt Butter
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Praline Cake
Valspar
Very similar
Chamois
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fall Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Mustard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Mustard
#AC7F52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEAE83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Mustard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Mustard Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Dark Mustard.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Mustard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Mustard have?
Dark Mustard by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Mustard in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Mustard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Mustard are African Desert by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Mousse by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Mousse by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Mustard's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dark Mustard?
Dark Mustard has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Mustard's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.