Arctic Shadows 1559 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9B9B8F, estimated LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Exposé from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9B9B8F · 1559
Arctic Shadows
32%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Arctic Shadows Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B9B8F
RGB155, 155, 143
Estimated LRV32.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Arctic Shadows
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arctic Shadows
#9B9B8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arctic Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arctic Shadows 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
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Arctic Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arctic Shadows have?
Arctic Shadows by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Arctic Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arctic Shadows are Gray Exposé by Valspar (a close digital match), Rock Wall by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pigeon by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Arctic Shadows'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 Shadows?
Arctic Shadows has a estimated lightness value of 32.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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