Outer Sphere 645 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBEADC, LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celtic Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBEADC · 645
Outer Sphere
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Outer Sphere Technical Profile
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Outer Sphere in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Outer Sphere in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreOuter Sphere
Nearly identical
BehrCeltic Gray
Celtic Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Ultra Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
New Mint Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Garden Soft Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Minty Fresh
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jade Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Minted Ice
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bay Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Waterfall
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Outer Sphere
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outer Sphere
#CBEADC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7FB0B3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outer Sphere
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outer Sphere 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
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More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Outer Sphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outer Sphere have?
Outer Sphere by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Outer Sphere in your own space before committing.
What colors match Outer Sphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outer Sphere are Celtic Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Ultra Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Delicate Frost by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Outer Sphere'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 Outer Sphere?
Outer Sphere has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Outer Sphere's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.