Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray is a deep, warm charcoal gray paint color with subtle green and olive undertones. This sophisticated, moody neutral is highly adaptable, making it an excellent choice for striking exteriors, dramatic dining rooms, or elegant custom cabinetry.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | HC-167 |
| HEX Code | #757670 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 18.8 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Brown, Olive |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Exteriors, cabinetry, accent walls, dining rooms, doors |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: A deep charcoal tone transforming a striking home facade, accented by natural cedar shingles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Golden hour sunset lighting with long, dramatic shadows.
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee (OC-45)
- Key Materials:Natural cedar shingles and slate stone.
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black iron.
- Landscaping:Wild ornamental grasses.
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: Moody charcoal applied to traditional shaker cabinetry, complementing dark soapstone and rustic terracotta floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, focused under-cabinet task lighting.
- Countertop Material:Soapstone.
- Hardware Finishes:Satin brass.
- Flooring:Terracotta hex tiles.
- Vibe:Moody English Kitchen.
Design visualization: A dramatic deep gray anchoring a modern industrial living space with exposed metal beams.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, indirect twilight with warm sconce glow.
- Main Wall Color:Benjamin Moore Classic Gray (OC-23)
- Wood Tones:Smoked oak.
- Textiles:Charcoal velvet.
- Architectural Style:Modern Industrial.
Complementary Paint Colors
Material study: A rich charcoal hue enveloping an intimate dining room, illuminated by moody candle-lit ambiance.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Low, moody candle-lit ambiance with overhead pendant glow.
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Black Beauty (2128-10)
- Key Materials:Burl wood dining table.
- Hardware Finishes:Antique gold.
- Vibe:Intimate and dramatic.
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital rendering: A robust charcoal tone enhancing a classic colonial entrance, set against crisp white siding.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp morning sunlight.
- Exterior Siding:Benjamin Moore White Dove (OC-17)
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed nickel.
- Key Materials:Potted olive trees in terracotta planters.
- Architectural Style:Classic Colonial.
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