Limestone 513 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFD8BF, 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.
Ref. #DFD8BF · 513
Limestone
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Limestone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Limestone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreLimestone
Nearly identical
ValsparFennel Splash
Fennel Splash
Valspar
Nearly identical
White Amber
PPG
Nearly identical
Mission Hills
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mission Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stucco Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Pancake Batter
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ionic Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gunnysack
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Off-White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Paraffin Wax
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Limestone
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Limestone.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Limestone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Limestone have?
Limestone by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Limestone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Limestone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Limestone are Fennel Splash by Valspar (a near-identical match), White Amber by PPG (a near-identical match), Mission Hills by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Limestone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.