Elemental AF-400 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B2AD8E, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sanctuary from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B2AD8E · AF-400
Elemental
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Elemental Technical Profile
HEX Code#B2AD8E
RGB178, 173, 142
Estimated LRV41.3
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 Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Elemental
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sanctuary
Behr
#B1AE8C
Close digital match
Koi Pond
Sherwin-Williams
#B9B292
Close digital match
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
#B7AE8D
Close digital match
Green Gray Mist
PPG
#AFA984
Similar digital color
Oakmoss
Valspar
#BAB594
Similar digital color
Bayberry Wax
Vista Paint
#B4AA8A
Similar digital color
Almost Sage
Kilz
#ACAC90
Similar digital color
Flour Sack
Dunn-Edwards
#B9B297
Similar digital color
Travertine Path
Hirshfield's
#B5AB8F
Similar digital color
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
#B5B19A
Similar digital color
Pebble Grey
RAL
#B8B799
Similar digital color
Metal .02
Colorhouse
#BDB091
Similar digital color
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Elemental — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Elemental
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elemental
#B2AD8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elemental
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elemental 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 Elemental.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elemental — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elemental have?
Elemental by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Elemental from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elemental are Sanctuary by Behr (a close digital match), Canyon Ouvert by Behr (a close digital match), Open Canyon by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Elemental'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 Elemental?
Elemental has a estimated lightness value of 41.3, 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.
Explore More with Elemental
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elemental's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.