Ref. #6F6A59 · 1490
Country Life
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Country Life Technical Profile
What color is Country Life? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6F6A59. Colors similar to Country Life include Sherwin-Williams Eclipse, Sherwin-Williams Cocoon, PPG King's Court. Country Life has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Country Life creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Country Life pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Country Life
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Country Life
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Country Life
#6F6A59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#899764
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Country Life
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Country Life 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 Country Life.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Country Life — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Country Life have?
Country Life by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Country Life from other brands?
The closest matches are Eclipse by Sherwin-Williams (#6B6757), Cocoon by Sherwin-Williams (#726B5B), King's Court by PPG (#706D5E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Country Life?
Country Life has an LRV of 14.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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