Avalon CC-756 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #70908F, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dragonfly from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70908F · CC-756
Avalon
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Avalon Technical Profile
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Avalon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Avalon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAvalon
Nearly identical
BehrDragonfly
Dragonfly
Behr
Nearly identical
Villa Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Emerald
Kilz
Nearly identical
Peacock Plume
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Miracle Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aspen Hush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Teal Tease
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Granite
PPG
Very similar
Mapped Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Avalon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Avalon
#70908F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Avalon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Avalon 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 Avalon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Avalon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Avalon have?
Avalon 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 Avalon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Avalon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Avalon are Dragonfly by Behr (a near-identical match), Dragonfly by Behr (a near-identical match), Villa Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Avalon'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 Avalon?
Avalon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, 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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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 Avalon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.