Crystalline AF-485 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAD5C9, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Falling Star from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CAD5C9 · AF-485
Crystalline
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Crystalline Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAD5C9
RGB202, 213, 201
Estimated LRV64.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Falling Star
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#CAD5C8
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#CCD6CA
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#CBD4C8
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#CBD4C8
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#C7D5C9
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Granite
Dunn-Edwards
#C8D1C4
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Silvery Green
Dutch Boy
#C5CFC2
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Slow Green
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#C6D5C9
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Colors That Work With Crystalline
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystalline
#CAD5C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD96
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystalline
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystalline 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
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Crystalline — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystalline have?
Crystalline by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crystalline from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystalline are Falling Star by PPG (a close digital match), Dolphin Fin by Behr (a close digital match), Light Spring Dew by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crystalline'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 Crystalline?
Crystalline has a estimated lightness value of 64.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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