Ref. #837D70 · CW-80
Carter Gray
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carter Gray Technical Profile
What color is Carter Gray? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #837D70. Colors similar to Carter Gray include Behr Manuscript, Sherwin-Williams Adaptive Shade, Kilz Wildwood. Carter Gray has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Carter Gray creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Carter 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 Carter Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carter Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carter Gray
#837D70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A97D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carter Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carter 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 Carter 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.
Carter Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carter Gray have?
Carter Gray by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Carter Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Manuscript by Behr (#827E72), Adaptive Shade by Sherwin-Williams (#867E70), Wildwood by Kilz (#817D72). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carter Gray?
Carter Gray has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Carter Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.