Cumulus Cloud 1550 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C6C2B9, estimated LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rabbit'S Ear from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C6C2B9 · 1550
Cumulus Cloud
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cumulus Cloud Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6C2B9
RGB198, 194, 185
Estimated LRV54.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Cumulus Cloud
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cumulus Cloud
#C6C2B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cumulus Cloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cumulus Cloud 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
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Cumulus Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cumulus Cloud have?
Cumulus Cloud by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cumulus Cloud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cumulus Cloud are Rabbit'S Ear by PPG (a close digital match), Eastern Lighthouse by PPG (a close digital match), Greyrock Inn by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cumulus Cloud'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 Cumulus Cloud?
Cumulus Cloud has a estimated lightness value of 54.1, 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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