Velvet CSP-420 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6E5955, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Almond Truffle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E5955 · CSP-420
Velvet
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Velvet Technical Profile
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Velvet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVelvet
Nearly identical
BehrAlmond Truffle
Almond Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Bridle Leather Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bourbon Truffle
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deepest Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Bargeboard Brown
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mystique Maroon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Caramelized Walnut
PPG
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet
#6E5955
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#948362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet 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 Velvet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet have?
Velvet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Velvet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet are Almond Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Briar Wood by Behr (a near-identical match), Bridle Leather Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Velvet'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 Velvet?
Velvet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Velvet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.