Pastoral PPU10-20 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #595F53, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vintage Vogue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #595F53 · PPU10-20
Pastoral
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pastoral Technical Profile
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Pastoral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pastoral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPastoral
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreVintage Vogue
Vintage Vogue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Flora
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pointed Fir
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pewter Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pointed Fir
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Shaded Fern
PPG
Very similar
Antiquated Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Green Grey
RAL
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pastoral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pastoral
#595F53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C895C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pastoral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pastoral 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 Pastoral.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pastoral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pastoral have?
Pastoral by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pastoral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pastoral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pastoral are Vintage Vogue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Flora by Valspar (a near-identical match), Belmont Green by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pastoral'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 Pastoral?
Pastoral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.9, 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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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 Pastoral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.