Adagio 1593 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A1A9A9, estimated LRV 39 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wool .03 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A1A9A9 · 1593
Adagio
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Adagio Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1A9A9
RGB161, 169, 169
Estimated LRV38.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Adagio
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adagio
#A1A9A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adagio
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adagio Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Adagio — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adagio have?
Adagio by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Adagio from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Adagio are Wool .03 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Breakwater by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Castlegate by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Adagio's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Adagio?
Adagio has a estimated lightness value of 38.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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