Bayleaf 1533 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7E745E, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Messenger Bag from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7E745E · 1533
Bayleaf
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bayleaf Technical Profile
HEX Code#7E745E
RGB126, 116, 94
Estimated LRV17.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#7D745E
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Colors That Work With Bayleaf
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bayleaf
#7E745E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#969F70
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bayleaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bayleaf 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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Bayleaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bayleaf have?
Bayleaf by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Bayleaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bayleaf are Messenger Bag by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Outdoorsy by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tankard Gray by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bayleaf'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 Bayleaf?
Bayleaf has a estimated lightness value of 17.7, 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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