Anchor Gray 2126-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5D6268, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Grey Silk from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D6268 · 2126-30
Anchor Gray
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Anchor Gray Technical Profile
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Anchor Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Anchor 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 MooreAnchor Gray
Nearly identical
PPGDark Grey Silk
Dark Grey Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pencil Point
Behr
Nearly identical
Outerspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sheet Metal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Smokey Hearth
Vista Paint
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Thunderstorm
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Anchor Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anchor Gray
#5D6268
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#656395
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anchor Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anchor 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 Anchor 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.
Anchor Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anchor Gray have?
Anchor Gray by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Anchor Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Anchor Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anchor Gray are Dark Grey Silk by PPG (a near-identical match), Steely Expression by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pencil Point by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Anchor 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 Anchor Gray?
Anchor Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.1, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Anchor Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.