Guesthouse 1117 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBA87B, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Castell Harlech from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBA87B · 1117
Guesthouse
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Guesthouse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Guesthouse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGuesthouse
Nearly identical
ValsparCastell Harlech
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stonebriar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Balsam Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pelican Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Outback
PPG
Nearly identical
Cork Bark
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Banana Nut
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Davanzo Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Guesthouse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Guesthouse
#CBA87B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Guesthouse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Guesthouse 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 Guesthouse.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Guesthouse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Guesthouse have?
Guesthouse 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 Guesthouse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Guesthouse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Guesthouse are Castell Harlech by Valspar (a near-identical match), Stonebriar by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Balsam Brown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Guesthouse'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 Guesthouse?
Guesthouse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Guesthouse's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.