Ashwood OC-47 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBD8C9, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Poseidon's Beard from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBD8C9 · OC-47
Ashwood
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ashwood Technical Profile
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Ashwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ashwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAshwood
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPoseidon's Beard
Poseidon's Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Veil Of Dusk
PPG
Nearly identical
Wishing Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Limestone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
September Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oat Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sandstone Cove
Behr
Nearly identical
Shadow White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Bisque .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Salty Air
Kilz
Very similar
Zephyr Breeze
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashwood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashwood
#DBD8C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashwood 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 Ashwood.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashwood have?
Ashwood by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ashwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ashwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashwood are Poseidon's Beard by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Veil Of Dusk by PPG (a near-identical match), Wishing Star by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ashwood'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 Ashwood?
Ashwood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Ashwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.