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Benjamin Moore Flora AF-470

Flora

Benjamin Moore

AF-470

About Flora by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 39.8%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #a3ac9e

RGB: 163, 172, 158

Hue99°

Saturation8%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Flora from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Flora looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Flora AF-470 a warm or cool color?
Flora by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Flora?
Flora sits in the green family. Its hue is about 99°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Flora?
Brightness is about 40%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 99°. The hex value is #a3ac9e. The RGB value is 163, 172, 158.
Is Flora better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Flora has brightness around 40%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Flora?
You can match Flora with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Flora work best in a home?
Flora works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Flora compare to a pure white paint?
Flora is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Flora in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Flora in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Flora. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Flora. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.