Middleton Pink → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Farrow & Ball Middleton Pink (No.245), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Middleton Pink
If you love Farrow & Ball Middleton Pink but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Middleton Pink (No.245) is a light pink with soft vintage pink undertones. A soft, vintage pink from F&B. Named for the Welsh estate. More subtle than Calamine, with a gentle rose warmth that reads as a warm neutral in most rooms. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 66) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Middleton Pink and every Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Pink Damask (OC-72) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Pink Damask is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Middleton Pink
Pink Damask is close.
| Middleton Pink | Pink Damask | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 66 | 68.55 |
| Hex | #DBD3CD | #E1D7CE |
| Undertone | Soft Vintage Pink | Soft Pink |
| Family | Pink | Pink |
Undertone Comparison
Middleton Pink has soft vintage pink undertones. A soft, vintage pink from F&B. Named for the Welsh estate. More subtle than Calamine, with a gentle rose warmth that reads as a warm neutral in most rooms.
Pink Damask has soft pink undertones. A soft, warm off-white with delicate pink undertones. Like aged damask fabric. More pink than Classic Gray, less obvious than a true pink.
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
Middleton Pink in Your Room
The pink is whisper-soft. In cool light, the rose warmth shows. In warm rooms, reads as a warm off-white. Romantic and refined.
Pink Damask in Your Room
The pink is very subtle. In most rooms reads as a warm off-white. In cool north light, the pink whisper shows.
LRV and Brightness
Middleton Pink has an LRV of 66, while Pink Damask has an LRV of 68.55. 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 Middleton Pink
Farrow & Ball recommends Middleton Pink for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, hallway, living room. With an LRV of 66, this is a light 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.
Pink Damask is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, hallway, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Pink Damask in the same rooms you planned for Middleton Pink.
Middleton Pink in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Middleton Pink (No.245) is Pink Damask (OC-72) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Pink Damask is close. 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. Middleton Pink is a Farrow & Ball color with soft vintage pink undertones and an LRV of 66. Pink Damask is a Benjamin Moore color with soft pink undertones and an LRV of 68.55. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.