Colorado Gray 2136-50 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9FB6B9, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue By You from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9FB6B9 · 2136-50
Colorado Gray
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Colorado Gray Technical Profile
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Colorado Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Colorado 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 MooreColorado Gray
Nearly identical
PPGBlue By You
Blue By You
PPG
Nearly identical
Powder Mill
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Harmonious
Behr
Nearly identical
Water .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Aqua‐Sphere
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Windswept Clouds
Valspar
Very similar
Blue Juniper
Kilz
Very similar
Stormy Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tempest Wind
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mystic Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Colorado Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colorado Gray
#9FB6B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colorado Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colorado 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 Colorado Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Colorado Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colorado Gray have?
Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Colorado Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Colorado Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Colorado Gray are Blue By You by PPG (a near-identical match), Powder Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Harmonious by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Colorado 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 Colorado Gray?
Colorado Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Colorado Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.