Plaster of Paris CSP-185 is a off-white paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E6E1D1, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antarctic Ice from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E6E1D1 · CSP-185
Plaster of Paris
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Plaster of Paris Technical Profile
HEX Code#E6E1D1
RGB230, 225, 209
Estimated LRV72.5
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 Familyoff-white
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Plaster of Paris
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plaster of Paris
#E6E1D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plaster of Paris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plaster of Paris 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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Plaster of Paris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plaster of Paris have?
Plaster of Paris by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Plaster of Paris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plaster of Paris are Antarctic Ice by PPG (a close digital match), Washed Cotton by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), White Mocha by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Plaster of Paris'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 Plaster of Paris?
Plaster of Paris has a estimated lightness value of 72.5, 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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