Market Square Shell CW-30 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C6BDA3, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Courtyard from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6BDA3 · CW-30
Market Square Shell
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Market Square Shell Technical Profile
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Market Square Shell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Market Square Shell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMarket Square Shell
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCourtyard
Courtyard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dancing Dolphin
PPG
Nearly identical
Good to Grow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Jungle Khaki
Behr
Nearly identical
Courtyard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Throwing Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Olive Gold
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Old White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Market Square Shell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Market Square Shell
#C6BDA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Market Square Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Market Square Shell 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 Market Square Shell.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Market Square Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Market Square Shell have?
Market Square Shell 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 Market Square Shell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Market Square Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Market Square Shell are Courtyard by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dancing Dolphin by PPG (a near-identical match), Good to Grow by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Market Square Shell'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 Market Square Shell?
Market Square Shell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.0, 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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Why Market Square Shell's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.