Flagstone CC-516 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #978878, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Light Truffle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #978878 · CC-516
Flagstone
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flagstone Technical Profile
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Flagstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flagstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFlagstone
Nearly identical
BehrLight Truffle
Light Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Curio Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wild Maitake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Roasted Chestnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tempered Allspice
Valspar
Very similar
Seemingly Perfect
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flagstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flagstone
#978878
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flagstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flagstone 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 Flagstone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flagstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flagstone have?
Flagstone 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 Flagstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flagstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flagstone are Light Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Ethiopia by Behr (a near-identical match), Ethiopia by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flagstone'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 Flagstone?
Flagstone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.5, 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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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 Flagstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.