Willow CC-542 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #574F49, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oiled Teak from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #574F49 · CC-542
Willow
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Willow Technical Profile
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Willow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Willow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWillow
Nearly identical
BehrOiled Teak
Oiled Teak
Behr
Nearly identical
Journey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Haberdashery
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Urbane Bronze
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Deepest Earth Green
PPG
Very similar
Blackened Kettle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wildwood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Willow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Willow
#574F49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7C54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Willow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Willow 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 Willow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Willow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Willow have?
Willow 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 Willow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Willow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Willow are Oiled Teak by Behr (a near-identical match), Journey by Valspar (a near-identical match), Deep Earth by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Willow'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 Willow?
Willow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Willow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.