Amorous AF-600 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #968997, LRV 27 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tin Lizzie from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #968997 · AF-600
Amorous
27%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Amorous Technical Profile
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Amorous in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amorous in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmorous
Very similar
PPGTin Lizzie
Tin Lizzie
PPG
Very similar
Orchid Smoke
Kilz
Very similar
Cut Heather
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Victorian
Behr
Very similar
Cut Heather
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pouty Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gentle Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lucent Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amorous
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amorous
#968997
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amorous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amorous 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 Amorous.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amorous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amorous have?
Amorous by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Amorous in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amorous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amorous are Tin Lizzie by PPG (a very close match), Orchid Smoke by Kilz (a very close match), Cut Heather by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Amorous'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 Amorous?
Amorous has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amorous's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.