Pecos AC-14 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C49E88, estimated LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cinnamon Brulee from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C49E88 · AC-14
Pecos
38%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pecos Technical Profile
HEX Code#C49E88
RGB196, 158, 136
Estimated LRV38.0
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Pecos
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pecos
#C49E88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEA884
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pecos
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pecos 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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Pecos — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pecos have?
Pecos by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange 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 Pecos from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pecos are Cinnamon Brulee by Valspar (a close digital match), Canyon Dusk by Behr (a close digital match), Chestnut Bisque by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pecos'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 Pecos?
Pecos has a estimated lightness value of 38.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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