Mysterious AF-565 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #464C55, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Corduroy Black from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #464C55 · AF-565
Mysterious
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mysterious Technical Profile
HEX Code#464C55
RGB70, 76, 85
Estimated LRV7.1
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Corduroy Black
Valspar
#454A53
Close digital match
Sea Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
#434A54
Close digital match
Poppy Seed
Behr
#4A4E55
Close digital match
Deepest Sea
Dunn-Edwards
#444D56
Close digital match
Graphite Grey
RAL
#474A51
Close digital match
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#444D5A
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#44484D
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PPG
#474C50
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#495259
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#45484B
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#48535A
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#485761
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Colors That Work With Mysterious
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mysterious
#464C55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#57527C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mysterious
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mysterious 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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Mysterious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mysterious have?
Mysterious 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 Mysterious from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mysterious are Corduroy Black by Valspar (a close digital match), Sea Mariner by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Poppy Seed by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mysterious'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 Mysterious?
Mysterious has a estimated lightness value of 7.1, 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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