Ref. #9C724A · 1119
Fort Sumner Tan
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fort Sumner Tan Technical Profile
What color is Fort Sumner Tan? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9C724A. Colors similar to Fort Sumner Tan include Behr Olympic Bronze, Behr Smokey Topaz, PPG Apple Butter. Fort Sumner Tan has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Fort Sumner Tan creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Fort Sumner Tan pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Fort Sumner Tan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fort Sumner Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fort Sumner Tan
#9C724A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A474
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fort Sumner Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fort Sumner Tan 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 Fort Sumner Tan.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fort Sumner Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fort Sumner Tan have?
Fort Sumner Tan by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Fort Sumner Tan from other brands?
The closest matches are Olympic Bronze by Behr (#9A724B), Smokey Topaz by Behr (#9C7349), Apple Butter by PPG (#996F45). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fort Sumner Tan?
Fort Sumner Tan has an LRV of 19.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Fort Sumner Tan's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.