Moon Shadow 1516 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CECBB3, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Sage from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CECBB3 · 1516
Moon Shadow
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moon Shadow Technical Profile
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Moon Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moon Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMoon Shadow
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Sage
Silver Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Casual Khaki
Behr
Nearly identical
Montezuma
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Platinum Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Acanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Montezuma
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Porcelain Slip
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ecru Wealth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Garden Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moon Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moon Shadow
#CECBB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moon Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moon Shadow 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 Moon Shadow.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moon Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moon Shadow have?
Moon Shadow 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 Moon Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moon Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moon Shadow are Silver Sage by PPG (a near-identical match), Casual Khaki by Behr (a near-identical match), Cilantro Cream by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moon Shadow'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 Moon Shadow?
Moon Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.0, 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 Moon Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.