Ref. #C3BFA0 · CSP-820
Lichen Stone
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lichen Stone Technical Profile
What color is Lichen Stone? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C3BFA0. Colors similar to Lichen Stone include Behr Essential Brown, PPG Northern Landscape, PPG Northern Landscape. Lichen Stone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Lichen Stone sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Lichen Stone pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Lichen Stone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lichen Stone
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Lichen Stone.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lichen Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lichen Stone have?
Lichen Stone by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Lichen Stone from other brands?
The closest matches are Essential Brown by Behr (#C1BE9F), Northern Landscape by PPG (#C5C1A3), Northern Landscape by PPG (#C5C1A3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lichen Stone?
Lichen Stone has an LRV of 51.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lichen Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.