Boothbay Gray HC-165 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #ABB3B1, LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misty Seascape from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABB3B1 · HC-165
Boothbay Gray
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
More about Boothbay Gray
Boothbay Gray is a mid-tone blue-gray at LRV 44 — a soft, coastal gray with a clear blue cast that gives a room a calm, nautical character. It has enough depth to register as a color while still behaving like a serene neutral, popular for exteriors, shutters, and tranquil interiors.
Its blue base reads stronger in cool light, so it's strongest with warm or balanced light, or where you want the coastal feel deliberately. It pairs with crisp whites and natural materials. Sherwin-Williams Mineral Deposit is its closest cross-brand match.
Boothbay Gray Technical Profile
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Boothbay Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Boothbay 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 MooreBoothbay Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMisty Seascape
Misty Seascape
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vinal Haven
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vinal Haven
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mineral Deposit
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Flint Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Nautical Star
PPG
Very similar
Dream Weaver
Valspar
Very similar
Trout Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Warm Ashes
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boothbay Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boothbay Gray
#ABB3B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boothbay Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boothbay 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 Boothbay 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.
Boothbay Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boothbay Gray have?
Boothbay 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 Boothbay Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Boothbay Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Boothbay Gray are Misty Seascape by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Vinal Haven by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Vinal Haven by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Boothbay 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 Boothbay Gray?
Boothbay Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Boothbay Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.