Penthouse CSP-35 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D5D1C4, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clay Beige from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5D1C4 · CSP-35
Penthouse
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Penthouse Technical Profile
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Penthouse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Penthouse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePenthouse
Nearly identical
BehrClay Beige
Clay Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Power Lunch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Muslin
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sedate Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Villa Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
White Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Power Lunch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Zephyr Breeze
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Penthouse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Penthouse
#D5D1C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Penthouse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Penthouse 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 Penthouse.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Penthouse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Penthouse have?
Penthouse by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Penthouse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Penthouse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Penthouse are Clay Beige by Behr (a near-identical match), Understated by Behr (a near-identical match), Power Lunch by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Penthouse'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 Penthouse?
Penthouse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Penthouse's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.