Approaching Storm CSP-535 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4C4B5D, estimated LRV 7 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Legendary Purple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #4C4B5D · CSP-535
Approaching Storm
7%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Approaching Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#4C4B5D
RGB76, 75, 93
Estimated LRV7.4
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Approaching Storm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Approaching Storm
#4C4B5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#705883
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Approaching Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Approaching Storm Room Palettes
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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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Approaching Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Approaching Storm have?
Approaching Storm by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) 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 Approaching Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Approaching Storm are Legendary Purple by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Night Night by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Blue Suede Shoes by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Approaching Storm'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 Approaching Storm?
Approaching Storm has a estimated lightness value of 7.4, 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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