Chateau CSP-140 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #ABA494, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ethereal Mood from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABA494 · CSP-140
Chateau
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Chateau in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chateau in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChateau
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEthereal Mood
Ethereal Mood
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aldabra
PPG
Nearly identical
Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Silt
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Hazy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Roadside
Behr
Nearly identical
Bristol Beige
Vista Paint
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chateau
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chateau
#ABA494
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chateau
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chateau 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 Chateau.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chateau — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chateau have?
Chateau 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 Chateau in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chateau from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chateau are Ethereal Mood by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Western Reserve by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aldabra by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chateau'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 Chateau?
Chateau has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chateau's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.