Coastal AC-1 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBC5B1, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silk Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CBC5B1 · AC-1
Coastal
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Coastal Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBC5B1
RGB203, 197, 177
Estimated LRV55.8
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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#CDC4AE
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Colors That Work With Coastal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal
#CBC5B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal 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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Coastal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal have?
Coastal 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 Coastal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coastal are Silk Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Metal .01 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Greyed by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Coastal'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 Coastal?
Coastal has a estimated lightness value of 55.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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