Flax 2098-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C1AAA2, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Rosewood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1AAA2 · 2098-50
Flax
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flax Technical Profile
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Flax in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flax in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFlax
Nearly identical
BehrDusty Rosewood
Dusty Rosewood
Behr
Nearly identical
Glamorous Taupe
Valspar
Nearly identical
Toasted Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Frontier Land
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Taupe Tapestry
PPG
Very similar
Insightful Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Allegory
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flax
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flax
#C1AAA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flax
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flax 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 Flax.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flax — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flax have?
Flax by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Flax in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flax from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flax are Dusty Rosewood by Behr (a near-identical match), Glamorous Taupe by Valspar (a near-identical match), Heavenly Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flax'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 Flax?
Flax has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.7, 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 Flax's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.