Mosaic Tile 1517 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BAB497, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seedling from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #BAB497 · 1517
Mosaic Tile
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mosaic Tile Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAB497
RGB186, 180, 151
Estimated LRV45.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Mosaic Tile
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mosaic Tile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mosaic Tile are Seedling by Behr (a close digital match), Seedling by Behr (a close digital match), Flour Sack by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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