Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray is a soft, pale blue-gray resembling an early-morning fog. With an LRV of 57.2, it acts more as a cool, coastal blue than a true neutral gray, bringing a calm, breathable, and fresh atmosphere to any space.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 1626 |
| HEX Code | #C0CACD |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 57.2 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Silver, Aqua |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, East |
| Best For | Laundry Rooms, Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Coastal Living Rooms, Trim |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: This soft silver hue applied to utility cabinetry, paired with polished nickel hardware and quartz.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, crisp daylight
- Hardware Finishes:Polished nickel
- Flooring:Matte black and white checkerboard tile
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
- Countertop:White quartz
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Concept board: A peaceful misty shade anchoring a bedroom retreat, complemented by light ash wood and woven rattan.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, diffused morning light
- Key Materials:Washed white linen, natural rattan
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
- Flooring:Light ash wood
- Vibe:Airy, serene retreat
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Color test: A crisp, cool tone revitalizing upper bathroom walls above classic marble subway tile wainscoting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Cool, bright overhead skylight
- Key Materials:Carrara marble subway tile, chrome fixtures
- Flooring:Hexagon marble mosaic
- Styling Pro Tips:Eucalyptus bundle in a glass vase, plush white towels
Space visualization: A breezy, light-reflecting shade transforming expansive living room walls, accented by casual slipcovered white sofas.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Sun-drenched, bright afternoon light
- Key Materials:Slipcovered white sofas, driftwood accents
- Flooring:Bleached oak
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Architectural Style:Open concept with large windows
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Digital rendering: A sophisticated cool hue highlighting architectural millwork profiles, contrasted with textured plaster walls and heavy linen.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Direct mid-day sunlight
- Wall Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Key Materials:Plaster walls, heavy linen drapery
- Architectural Style:High baseboards and crown molding
- Flooring:Medium tone walnut
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