Cape May Cobblestone 1474 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AEACA3, estimated LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Neutral from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AEACA3 · 1474
Cape May Cobblestone
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cape May Cobblestone Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEACA3
RGB174, 172, 163
Estimated LRV41.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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#AEACA3
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#ABA9A0
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#AEAAA2
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Colors That Work With Cape May Cobblestone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cape May Cobblestone
#AEACA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cape May Cobblestone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cape May Cobblestone 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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Cape May Cobblestone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cape May Cobblestone have?
Cape May Cobblestone by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Cape May Cobblestone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cape May Cobblestone are Simply Neutral by Kilz (a close digital match), Skipping Stone Grey by PPG (a close digital match), Downtown Gray by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cape May Cobblestone'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 Cape May Cobblestone?
Cape May Cobblestone has a estimated lightness value of 41.1, 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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