Sanctuary AF-620 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B5AAB0, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #B5AAB0 · AF-620
Sanctuary
42%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sanctuary Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5AAB0
RGB181, 170, 176
Estimated LRV41.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Sanctuary
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sanctuary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sanctuary are Desert Echo by Behr (a close digital match), Beguiling Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Heather Ridge by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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