Country Life 1490 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6F6A59, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eclipse from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F6A59 · 1490
Country Life
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Country Life in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Country Life in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCountry Life
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEclipse
Eclipse
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aran Isle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dark Mossy Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Aged Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Rock of Ages
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
City Arboretum
Valspar
Nearly identical
King Fischer
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
Ivy Topiary
Behr
Very similar
Royal Ivy
Kilz
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Country Life in your own space before committing.
What colors match Country Life from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Country Life are Eclipse by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cocoon by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aran Isle by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Country Life'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 Country Life?
Country Life has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Country Life's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.