Crisp Romaine 686 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #455952, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Forest Pine from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #455952 · 686
Crisp Romaine
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crisp Romaine Technical Profile
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Crisp Romaine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crisp Romaine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCrisp Romaine
Nearly identical
PPGDeep Forest Pine
Deep Forest Pine
PPG
Nearly identical
Jade Sea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hostaleaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Moss Cottage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Billiard Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gedney Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gedney Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Minnesota Pines
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Alpine Valley
Kilz
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crisp Romaine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crisp Romaine
#455952
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#54777D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crisp Romaine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crisp Romaine 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 Crisp Romaine.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crisp Romaine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crisp Romaine have?
Crisp Romaine 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 Crisp Romaine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crisp Romaine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crisp Romaine are Deep Forest Pine by PPG (a near-identical match), Jade Sea by Valspar (a near-identical match), Peacock House by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Crisp Romaine'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 Crisp Romaine?
Crisp Romaine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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