Amherst Gray HC-167 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #767771, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coal Miner from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #767771 · HC-167
Amherst Gray
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amherst Gray Technical Profile
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Amherst Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amherst Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmherst Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCoal Miner
Coal Miner
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fieldstone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Attitude Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pencilpoint
PPG
Very similar
Cliffside Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Billowing Smoke
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ancestral
Behr
Very similar
Sage Slate
Valspar
Very similar
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Green Smoke
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amherst Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amherst Gray
#767771
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#86A477
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amherst Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amherst Gray 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Amherst Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amherst Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amherst Gray have?
Amherst Gray by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amherst Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amherst Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amherst Gray are Coal Miner by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stone Mason by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Legendary Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amherst Gray'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 Amherst Gray?
Amherst Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amherst Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.