Inner Balance 1522 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CEC8B4, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metal .01 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CEC8B4 · 1522
Inner Balance
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Inner Balance Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEC8B4
RGB206, 200, 180
Estimated LRV57.7
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 Inner Balance
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Inner Balance
#CEC8B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Inner Balance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Inner Balance 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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Inner Balance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Inner Balance have?
Inner Balance 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 Inner Balance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Inner Balance are Metal .01 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Pacific Khaki by PPG (a close digital match), Skipping Stone by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Inner Balance'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 Inner Balance?
Inner Balance has a estimated lightness value of 57.7, 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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