Make Believe CSP-1035 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBC1A7, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Throwing Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBC1A7 · CSP-1035
Make Believe
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Make Believe in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Make Believe in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMake Believe
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsThrowing Clay
Throwing Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Courtyard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Bamboo
Behr
Nearly identical
Courtyard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stylish
PPG
Nearly identical
Threaded Loom
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Beachwalk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Snake Charmer
Valspar
Nearly identical
Old White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Make Believe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Make Believe
#CBC1A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Make Believe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Make Believe 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 Make Believe.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Make Believe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Make Believe have?
Make Believe by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Make Believe in your own space before committing.
What colors match Make Believe from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Make Believe are Throwing Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Courtyard by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pale Bamboo by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Make Believe'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 Make Believe?
Make Believe has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.6, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Make Believe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.