Meditation AF-395 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #ACA48D, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Over The Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ACA48D · AF-395
Meditation
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Meditation Technical Profile
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Meditation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Meditation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMeditation
Nearly identical
BehrOver The Taupe
Over The Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Macramé Knot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Transitional Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Olive Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Svelte Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meditation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meditation
#ACA48D
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 Meditation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meditation 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 Meditation.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meditation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meditation have?
Meditation 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 Meditation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Meditation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Meditation are Over The Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Macramé Knot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Transitional Tan by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Meditation'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 Meditation?
Meditation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Meditation's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.