Sonoma Clay 1242 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D0B8B2, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusky Trail from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D0B8B2 · 1242
Sonoma Clay
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sonoma Clay Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0B8B2
RGB208, 184, 178
Estimated LRV50.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dusky Trail
Dutch Boy
#D1B9B2
Close digital match
First Waltz
Behr
#D4BBB3
Close digital match
Subdued
PPG
#CCB8B3
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Sauterne
Hirshfield's
#D7BBB3
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#D8BEB5
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Insightful Rose
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#C9B0AB
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Dusty Trail
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#CDB1AB
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#D1BEBA
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Colors That Work With Sonoma Clay
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonoma Clay
#D0B8B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonoma Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonoma Clay 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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Sonoma Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonoma Clay have?
Sonoma Clay by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the red 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 Sonoma Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonoma Clay are Dusky Trail by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), First Waltz by Behr (a close digital match), Subdued by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sonoma Clay'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 Sonoma Clay?
Sonoma Clay has a estimated lightness value of 50.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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