Cotswold AF-150 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B6A796, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oyster Shoal from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6A796 · AF-150
Cotswold
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cotswold Technical Profile
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Cotswold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cotswold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCotswold
Nearly identical
ValsparOyster Shoal
Oyster Shoal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Safari Chic
Behr
Nearly identical
El Capitan
PPG
Nearly identical
Perfect Khaki
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cottage Stone
Kilz
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Worn Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stanford Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cotswold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cotswold
#B6A796
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cotswold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cotswold 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 Cotswold.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cotswold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cotswold have?
Cotswold 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 Cotswold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cotswold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cotswold are Oyster Shoal by Valspar (a near-identical match), Safari Chic by Behr (a near-identical match), El Capitan by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cotswold'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 Cotswold?
Cotswold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cotswold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.