Elephant Gray 2109-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B6ACA8, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is London Coach from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6ACA8 · 2109-50
Elephant Gray
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elephant Gray Technical Profile
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Elephant Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elephant 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 MooreElephant Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparLondon Coach
London Coach
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silver Plated
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Slate Pebble
PPG
Nearly identical
Natural Echo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mauvelous
Behr
Nearly identical
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoky Wings
Vista Paint
Very similar
Temperate Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Smoky Mountain
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elephant Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elephant Gray
#B6ACA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elephant Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elephant 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 Elephant 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.
Elephant Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elephant Gray have?
Elephant Gray 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 Elephant Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elephant Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elephant Gray are London Coach by Valspar (a near-identical match), Silver Plated by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Slate Pebble by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elephant 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 Elephant Gray?
Elephant Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elephant Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.