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Arctic Gray
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Arctic Gray Technical Profile
What color is Arctic Gray? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CAD0CA. Colors similar to Arctic Gray include Valspar Three Wishes, Vista Paint Foggy Mist, Hirshfield's Pale Loden. Arctic Gray has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Arctic Gray sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Arctic Gray pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Arctic Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arctic Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arctic Gray
#CAD0CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arctic Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arctic 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 Arctic 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.
Arctic Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arctic Gray have?
Arctic Gray by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Arctic Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Three Wishes by Valspar (#CBD0C9), Foggy Mist by Vista Paint (#C8D0CA), Pale Loden by Hirshfield's (#CCD2CA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Arctic Gray?
Arctic Gray has an LRV of 61.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Arctic Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.