Baffin Island 243 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C2B798, 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.
Ref. #C2B798 · 243
Baffin Island
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Baffin Island in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baffin Island in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBaffin Island
Nearly identical
PPGDistant Valley
Distant Valley
PPG
Nearly identical
Olivaster Tan
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Pedestal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tea Bag
Behr
Nearly identical
Woolen Mittens
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Helen of Troy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Good to Grow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Helen of Troy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baffin Island
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Baffin Island.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Baffin Island in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baffin Island from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baffin Island are Distant Valley by PPG (a near-identical match), Olivaster Tan by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Star of Gold by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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