Evening Dove 2128-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #525B68, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sophisticated Navy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #525B68 · 2128-30
Evening Dove
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Evening Dove Technical Profile
HEX Code#525B68
RGB82, 91, 104
Estimated LRV10.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Evening Dove
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Dove
#525B68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#635F8E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Dove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Dove 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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Evening Dove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Dove have?
Evening Dove 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 Evening Dove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Evening Dove are Sophisticated Navy by PPG (a close digital match), Rogue Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Midnight Shadow by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Evening Dove'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 Evening Dove?
Evening Dove has a estimated lightness value of 10.3, 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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