Limestone 513 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFD8BF, estimated LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fennel Splash from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DFD8BF · 513
Limestone
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Limestone Technical Profile
HEX Code#DFD8BF
RGB223, 216, 191
Estimated LRV65.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Fennel Splash
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#E0D7BD
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White Amber
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#DCD7BE
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Mission Hills
Hirshfield's
#E2DAC3
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Mission Hills
Vista Paint
#E2DAC3
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Stucco Tan
Behr
#DFDABF
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Pancake Batter
Dutch Boy
#E7DFC5
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Ionic Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
#E7DFC5
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Gunnysack
Dunn-Edwards
#DCD3BC
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Stone .01
Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
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Off-White
Farrow & Ball
#E0D5BE
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Paraffin Wax
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Colors That Work With Limestone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Limestone
#DFD8BF
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 Limestone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Limestone 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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Limestone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Limestone have?
Limestone by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Limestone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Limestone are Fennel Splash by Valspar (a close digital match), White Amber by PPG (a close digital match), Mission Hills by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Limestone'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 Limestone?
Limestone has a estimated lightness value of 65.9, 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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