Quicksand CSP-200 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AFA598, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoked Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AFA598 · CSP-200
Quicksand
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Quicksand Technical Profile
HEX Code#AFA598
RGB175, 165, 152
Estimated LRV38.3
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 →
Smoked Tan
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#AEA496
Close digital match
Smoked Oyster
Valspar
#AFA69A
Close digital match
Hazy Gray
Dutch Boy
#AEA597
Close digital match
In the Hills
Vista Paint
#ADA599
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Mega Greige
Sherwin-Williams
#ADA295
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Organic Greige
Dunn-Edwards
#B0A69B
Close digital match
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
#AEA69B
Close digital match
Heron Grey
PPG
#AEA293
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#A99F94
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Colors That Work With Quicksand
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quicksand
#AFA598
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quicksand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quicksand 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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Quicksand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quicksand have?
Quicksand 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 Quicksand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Quicksand are Smoked Tan by Behr (a close digital match), Smoked Oyster by Valspar (a close digital match), Quail Ridge by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Quicksand'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 Quicksand?
Quicksand has a estimated lightness value of 38.3, 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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