Creekbed 1006 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AA9B8E, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Stone from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AA9B8E · 1006
Creekbed
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Creekbed Technical Profile
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Creekbed in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Creekbed in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCreekbed
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyGray Stone
Gray Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Earl Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Frosted Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Threshold Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Woodland Stone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sorrel Felt
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ashbury
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Art Museum
Kilz
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Creekbed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creekbed
#AA9B8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creekbed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creekbed 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 Creekbed.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Creekbed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creekbed have?
Creekbed 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 Creekbed in your own space before committing.
What colors match Creekbed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creekbed are Gray Stone by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Earl Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Frosted Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Creekbed'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 Creekbed?
Creekbed has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.9, 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 Creekbed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.