Ref. #C8D7CE · 701
Swept Away
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Swept Away Technical Profile
What color is Swept Away? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #C8D7CE. Colors similar to Swept Away include Valspar Sage Bud, Behr Heath Gray, Valspar Distant Valley. Swept Away has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Swept Away sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Swept Away pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Swept Away
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Swept Away
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swept Away
#C8D7CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swept Away
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swept Away 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 Swept Away.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Swept Away — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swept Away have?
Swept Away by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Swept Away from other brands?
The closest matches are Sage Bud by Valspar (#C9D6CE), Heath Gray by Behr (#CAD8CD), Distant Valley by Valspar (#C9D8D1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Swept Away?
Swept Away has an LRV of 62.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Swept Away's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.