Etruscan AF-355 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B08356, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Toned Honey from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B08356 · AF-355
Etruscan
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Etruscan Technical Profile
HEX Code#B08356
RGB176, 131, 86
Estimated LRV26.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Etruscan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Etruscan
#B08356
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFAF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Etruscan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Etruscan 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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Etruscan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Etruscan have?
Etruscan by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown 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 Etruscan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Etruscan are Toned Honey by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), African Desert by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Cool Copper by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Etruscan'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 Etruscan?
Etruscan has a estimated lightness value of 26.1, 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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