Wildwood Crest 1538 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #928B79, estimated LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shady Oak from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #928B79 · 1538
Wildwood Crest
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Wildwood Crest Technical Profile
HEX Code#928B79
RGB146, 139, 121
Estimated LRV26.0
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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Colors That Work With Wildwood Crest
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wildwood Crest
#928B79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wildwood Crest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wildwood Crest Room Palettes
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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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Wildwood Crest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wildwood Crest have?
Wildwood Crest 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 Wildwood Crest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wildwood Crest are Shady Oak by Behr (a close digital match), Gargoyle by Valspar (a close digital match), Lost Canyon by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Wildwood Crest'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 Wildwood Crest?
Wildwood Crest has a estimated lightness value of 26.0, 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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