Sanctuary AF-620 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B5AAB0, LRV 42 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Echo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5AAB0 · AF-620
Sanctuary
42%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sanctuary Technical Profile
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Sanctuary in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sanctuary in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSanctuary
Nearly identical
BehrDesert Echo
Desert Echo
Behr
Nearly identical
Beguiling Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heather Ridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Twilight Mauve
Valspar
Very similar
Truly Taupe
PPG
Very similar
Future Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heather Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Disco Ball
Kilz
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sanctuary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sanctuary
#B5AAB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8586
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sanctuary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sanctuary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sanctuary have?
Sanctuary by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sanctuary in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sanctuary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sanctuary are Desert Echo by Behr (a near-identical match), Beguiling Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Heather Ridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sanctuary'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 Sanctuary?
Sanctuary has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.7, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sanctuary's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.