Arctic Gray 1577 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAD0CA, LRV 62 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Three Wishes from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAD0CA · 1577
Arctic Gray
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Arctic Gray Technical Profile
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Arctic Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arctic 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 MooreArctic Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparThree Wishes
Three Wishes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silvered Cloud
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Foggy Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Setting
Behr
Nearly identical
Sea Spray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silver Maple
PPG
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Silhouette
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cool Fog
Kilz
Very similar
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Arctic Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arctic Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arctic Gray are Three Wishes by Valspar (a near-identical match), Silvered Cloud by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Foggy Mist by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Arctic 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 Arctic Gray?
Arctic Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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.