Ref. #CEC7B8 · PPU8-16
Coliseum Marble
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Coliseum Marble Technical Profile
What color is Coliseum Marble? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #CEC7B8. Colors similar to Coliseum Marble include PPG Ostrich Feather, PPG Moth Gray, PPG Moth Gray. Coliseum Marble has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Coliseum Marble sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Coliseum Marble 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 Coliseum Marble
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Ostrich Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Simple Stone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Overgrown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Revere Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Overgrown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brightray Silver Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Porous Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coliseum Marble
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coliseum Marble
#CEC7B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coliseum Marble
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coliseum Marble 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Coliseum Marble.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coliseum Marble — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coliseum Marble have?
Coliseum Marble by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Coliseum Marble from other brands?
The closest matches are Ostrich Feather by PPG (#CEC7B8), Moth Gray by PPG (#D1C9BA), Moth Gray by PPG (#D1C9BA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coliseum Marble?
Coliseum Marble has an LRV of 57.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coliseum Marble's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.