Collingwood 859 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D4CFC5, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gossamer Veil from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4CFC5 · 859
Collingwood
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Collingwood
Collingwood is one of Benjamin Moore's most popular soft greiges — a light, gentle gray-beige at LRV 63 with a barely-there violet warmth that keeps it soft and livable. It's the easygoing, can't-go-wrong neutral for people who find Revere Pewter too deep or too green.
Its lightness makes it forgiving in most rooms, though the faint violet base can surface in cool light. It pairs with warm and cool whites alike. It's a near-exact match for Sherwin-Williams Gossamer Veil, and very close to Behr Toasty Gray.
Collingwood Technical Profile
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Collingwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Collingwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCollingwood
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGossamer Veil
Gossamer Veil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Miner's Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Offbeat
Behr
Nearly identical
Whiskers
PPG
Nearly identical
Moon Shot
Valspar
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Power Lunch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pewter Moon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Collingwood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Collingwood
#D4CFC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Collingwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Collingwood 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 Collingwood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Collingwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Collingwood have?
Collingwood by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Collingwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Collingwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Collingwood are Gossamer Veil by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Miner's Dust by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Subtlety Is Best by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Collingwood'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 Collingwood?
Collingwood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Collingwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.