Amsterdam AF-550 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #82959E, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Poolhouse from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #82959E · AF-550
Amsterdam
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Amsterdam Technical Profile
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Amsterdam in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amsterdam in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmsterdam
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPoolhouse
Poolhouse
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Laguna
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stray Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rainy Season
Behr
Nearly identical
Seastone
PPG
Nearly identical
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
In Good Taste
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cottage Door
Valspar
Very similar
In Good Taste
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hamilton Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amsterdam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amsterdam
#82959E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amsterdam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amsterdam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amsterdam have?
Amsterdam by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Amsterdam in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amsterdam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amsterdam are Poolhouse by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Laguna by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Stray Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amsterdam'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 Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.7, 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 Amsterdam's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.