Carter Gray CW-80 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #837D70, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Manuscript from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #837D70 · CW-80
Carter Gray
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carter Gray Technical Profile
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Carter Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carter 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 MooreCarter Gray
Nearly identical
BehrManuscript
Manuscript
Behr
Nearly identical
Adaptive Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rooted
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Sweater Weather
PPG
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Carter Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carter Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carter Gray are Manuscript by Behr (a near-identical match), Adaptive Shade by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Wildwood by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Carter 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 Carter Gray?
Carter Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.7, 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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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.