Ref. #688290 · 1672
Alfresco
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Alfresco Technical Profile
What color is Alfresco? It's a deep cool neutral with the hex code #688290. Colors similar to Alfresco include PPG Artifact, Behr Liquid Mercury, Behr South Pacific. Alfresco has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Alfresco creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Alfresco pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Alfresco
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alfresco
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alfresco
#688290
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8087AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alfresco
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alfresco 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 Alfresco.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alfresco — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alfresco have?
Alfresco by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Alfresco from other brands?
The closest matches are Artifact by PPG (#69808B), Liquid Mercury by Behr (#657F8B), South Pacific by Behr (#678596). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Alfresco?
Alfresco has an LRV of 20.9, 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 Alfresco's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.