Baffin Island 243 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C2B798, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Distant Valley from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C2B798 · 243
Baffin Island
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Baffin Island Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2B798
RGB194, 183, 152
Estimated LRV47.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Baffin Island
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baffin Island
#C2B798
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baffin Island
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baffin Island 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
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Baffin Island — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baffin Island have?
Baffin Island by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Baffin Island from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baffin Island are Distant Valley by PPG (a close digital match), Olivaster Tan by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Star of Gold by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Baffin Island'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 Baffin Island?
Baffin Island has a estimated lightness value of 47.6, 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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