Medieval Times 530 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A2A565, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hidden Acre from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A2A565 · 530
Medieval Times
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Medieval Times Technical Profile
HEX Code#A2A565
RGB162, 165, 101
Estimated LRV33.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Colors That Work With Medieval Times
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medieval Times
#A2A565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medieval Times
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medieval Times Room Palettes
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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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Medieval Times — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medieval Times have?
Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Medieval Times from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Medieval Times are Hidden Acre by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Always Apple by PPG (a close digital match), Peter Pan by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Medieval Times'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 Medieval Times?
Medieval Times has a estimated lightness value of 33.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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