Bancha 298 is a neutral paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #686A47, LRV 14 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old School from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #686A47 · 298
Bancha
14%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Bancha in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bancha in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallBancha
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOld School
Old School
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Coconut Husk
Behr
Nearly identical
Guacamole
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Old School
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rustling Leaves
PPG
Nearly identical
Fresh Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oakmoss
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Summer's End
Valspar
Very similar
Wild Jungle
Kilz
Very similar
Reed Green
RAL
Very similar
Secret Path
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bancha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bancha
#686A47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F895B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bancha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bancha 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
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Bancha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bancha have?
Bancha by Farrow & Ball has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bancha in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bancha from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bancha are Old School by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Coconut Husk by Behr (a near-identical match), Guacamole by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bancha'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 Bancha?
Bancha has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Bancha's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.