Mosaic Tile 1517 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BAB497, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seedling from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BAB497 · 1517
Mosaic Tile
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mosaic Tile Technical Profile
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Mosaic Tile in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mosaic Tile in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMosaic Tile
Nearly identical
BehrSeedling
Seedling
Behr
Nearly identical
Flour Sack
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Koi Pond
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fresh Thyme Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Oakmoss
Valspar
Nearly identical
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Helen of Troy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Travertine Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Almost Sage
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mosaic Tile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mosaic Tile
#BAB497
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mosaic Tile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mosaic Tile 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 Mosaic Tile.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mosaic Tile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mosaic Tile have?
Mosaic Tile 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 Mosaic Tile in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mosaic Tile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mosaic Tile are Seedling by Behr (a near-identical match), Seedling by Behr (a near-identical match), Flour Sack by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mosaic Tile'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 Mosaic Tile?
Mosaic Tile has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mosaic Tile's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.