Hazy Skies OC-48 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CECBBA, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brown Buzz from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CECBBA · OC-48
Hazy Skies
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hazy Skies Technical Profile
HEX Code#CECBBA
RGB206, 203, 186
Estimated LRV59.4
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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Colors That Work With Hazy Skies
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hazy Skies
#CECBBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hazy Skies
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hazy Skies 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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Hazy Skies — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hazy Skies have?
Hazy Skies 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 Hazy Skies from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hazy Skies are Brown Buzz by Valspar (a close digital match), Pacific Khaki by PPG (a close digital match), Frosted Almond by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hazy Skies'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 Hazy Skies?
Hazy Skies has a estimated lightness value of 59.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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