Montpelier AF-555 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #728188, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Atlantic Shoreline from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #728188 · AF-555
Montpelier
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Montpelier in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Montpelier in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMontpelier
Nearly identical
BehrAtlantic Shoreline
Atlantic Shoreline
Behr
Nearly identical
Taliesin Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Academy Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Western Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Vista Paint
Very similar
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Montpelier
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Montpelier
#728188
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8289AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Montpelier
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Montpelier 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 Montpelier.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Montpelier — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Montpelier have?
Montpelier by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Montpelier in your own space before committing.
What colors match Montpelier from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Montpelier are Atlantic Shoreline by Behr (a near-identical match), Atlantic Shoreline by Behr (a near-identical match), Taliesin Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Montpelier'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 Montpelier?
Montpelier has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Montpelier's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.