Desert Camel 2162-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8D673C, estimated LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmel Candy from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8D673C · 2162-20
Desert Camel
16%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Desert Camel Technical Profile
HEX Code#8D673C
RGB141, 103, 60
Estimated LRV15.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Desert Camel
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Camel
#8D673C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B9C60
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Camel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Camel 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
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Desert Camel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Camel have?
Desert Camel by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Desert Camel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Camel are Carmel Candy by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Relic Bronze by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gathered by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Camel'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 Desert Camel?
Desert Camel has a estimated lightness value of 15.7, 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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