Gallery Buff CSP-225 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C0B6A4, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Counterpoint from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C0B6A4 · CSP-225
Gallery Buff
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gallery Buff Technical Profile
HEX Code#C0B6A4
RGB192, 182, 164
Estimated LRV47.3
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
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Compare alternatives to Gallery Buff
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Counterpoint
Valspar
#C1B6A5
Close digital match
Soft Leather
Vista Paint
#C3B9A5
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Roman Ruins
Hirshfield's
#C0B5A0
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Analytical Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#BFB6A7
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Flintstone
Dunn-Edwards
#BBB3A2
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Dry Goods Neutral
PPG
#BBB2A2
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Pasha Brown
Behr
#C0B4A4
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Portobello
Kilz
#C4BAAB
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Weathered Stone
Dutch Boy
#C7BCA8
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Roasted Macadamia
Farrow & Ball
#C6BAAA
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Colors That Work With Gallery Buff
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gallery Buff
#C0B6A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gallery Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gallery Buff 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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Gallery Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gallery Buff have?
Gallery Buff 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 Gallery Buff from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gallery Buff are Counterpoint by Valspar (a close digital match), Soft Leather by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Roman Ruins by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gallery Buff'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 Gallery Buff?
Gallery Buff has a estimated lightness value of 47.3, 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.
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