Chestertown Buff → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff (HC-9), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Chestertown Buff
If you love Benjamin Moore Chestertown Buff but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Chestertown Buff (HC-9) is a medium beige with warm golden buff undertones. A warm, golden buff from the Historical Collection. Richer and more golden than Grant Beige. Named for the Maryland colonial town. Earthy, warm, and distinctly American historical. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 54.11) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Chestertown Buff and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Wheat Bread (PPU4-13) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Wheat Bread is a reasonable match. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Chestertown Buff
Wheat Bread is a reasonable match.
| Chestertown Buff | Wheat Bread | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 54.11 | 58 |
| Hex | #CCBDA4 | #D1C3AD |
| Undertone | Warm Golden Buff | Warm Golden Beige |
| Family | Beige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Chestertown Buff has warm golden buff undertones. A warm, golden buff from the Historical Collection. Richer and more golden than Grant Beige. Named for the Maryland colonial town. Earthy, warm, and distinctly American historical.
Wheat Bread has warm golden beige undertones. A warm, golden beige with honey undertones. More distinctly beige than Silver Drop. Cozy and traditional.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Chestertown Buff in Your Room
The golden warmth is rich and inviting. In south-facing rooms, it practically glows. In north-facing rooms, it still reads as warm and comforting.
Wheat Bread in Your Room
The golden warmth is consistent and reliable. In south-facing rooms, it glows. In north-facing rooms, it still reads as a pleasant warm neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Chestertown Buff has an LRV of 54.11, while Wheat Bread has an LRV of 58. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Chestertown Buff
Benjamin Moore recommends Chestertown Buff for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, study. With an LRV of 54.11, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Wheat Bread is recommended for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, study. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Wheat Bread in the same rooms you planned for Chestertown Buff.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Chestertown Buff (HC-9) is Wheat Bread (PPU4-13) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Wheat Bread is a reasonable match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Chestertown Buff is a Benjamin Moore color with warm golden buff undertones and an LRV of 54.11. Wheat Bread is a Behr color with warm golden beige undertones and an LRV of 58. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.