Mt. AC-39 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AA9B8E, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Stone from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AA9B8E · AC-39
Mt.
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mt. Technical Profile
HEX Code#AA9B8E
RGB170, 155, 142
Estimated LRV33.9
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#A99B90
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#A6978A
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Frosted Cocoa
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#A89C91
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Threshold Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
#AC9A8A
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#B09E8E
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Colors That Work With Mt.
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mt.
#AA9B8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mt.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mt. 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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Mt. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mt. have?
Mt. by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mt. from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mt. are Gray Stone by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Earl Gray by PPG (a close digital match), Frosted Cocoa by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mt.'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 Mt.?
Mt. has a estimated lightness value of 33.9, 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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Why Mt.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.