Barnboard CC-572 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C8375, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bear Cub from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C8375 · CC-572
Barnboard
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Barnboard Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C8375
RGB140, 131, 117
Estimated LRV23.1
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#8E8475
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Colors That Work With Barnboard
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barnboard
#8C8375
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barnboard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barnboard 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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Barnboard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barnboard have?
Barnboard by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Barnboard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Barnboard are Bear Cub by PPG (a close digital match), Dark Ash by PPG (a close digital match), Terrain by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Barnboard'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 Barnboard?
Barnboard has a estimated lightness value of 23.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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