North AC-38 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C4B9AF, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mountain Canyon from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4B9AF · AC-38
North
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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North in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to North in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNorth
Nearly identical
KilzMountain Canyon
Mountain Canyon
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stone Harbor Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Versatile Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mortar and Pestle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gallery Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Moonbeam
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Castellina
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Graceful Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Elephant's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hearthstone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North
#C4B9AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North 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 North.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
North — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North have?
North by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample North in your own space before committing.
What colors match North from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North are Mountain Canyon by Kilz (a near-identical match), Stone Harbor Greige by PPG (a near-identical match), Trinket by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting North'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 North?
North has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.