Lichen Stone CSP-820 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C3BFA0, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Essential Brown from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C3BFA0 · CSP-820
Lichen Stone
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lichen Stone Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3BFA0
RGB195, 191, 160
Estimated LRV51.4
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 Lichen Stone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lichen Stone
#C3BFA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lichen Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lichen Stone 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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Lichen Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lichen Stone have?
Lichen Stone 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 Lichen Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lichen Stone are Essential Brown by Behr (a close digital match), Northern Landscape by PPG (a close digital match), Bayou Shade by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lichen Stone'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 Lichen Stone?
Lichen Stone has a estimated lightness value of 51.4, 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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