ColorplanBenjamin Moore Creekbed (1006) is a deep warm gray (greige) with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 33. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Mega Greige (SW 7031), Farrow & Ball Dead Salmon (No.28) and Behr Studio Taupe (PPU5-07). For trim, try Vintage Taupe (2110-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Gray |
| LRV | 33.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A99A8D |
| RGB | 169, 154, 141 |
| HSL | 28°, 14%, 61% |
About Creekbed
Creekbed (1006) is a deep warm gray (greige) from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 33, Creekbed absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Creekbed's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. It's very close to Ashley Gray (HC-87); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Creekbed changes with the light
Creekbed has a gentle warm undertone that keeps it from going cold in north-facing rooms, and it looks a touch warmer again in afternoon west light.
North-facing rooms
Creekbed's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Creekbed will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Creekbed close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Creekbed will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Creekbed in real homes
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Creekbed equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 3.0
Also close: Tony Taupe (ΔE 3.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Creekbed questions
What undertone does Creekbed have?
Creekbed has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Creekbed's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Creekbed a light or dark color?
Creekbed has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 33.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 33, Creekbed absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Creekbed in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Mega Greige SW 7031 (close, ΔE 3.0); Farrow & Ball: Dead Salmon No.28 (close, ΔE 2.6); Behr: Studio Taupe PPU5-07 (very close, ΔE 1.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Creekbed?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Creekbed's undertone.
Where does Creekbed work best?
Creekbed works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 33, Creekbed absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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