Ref. #474A57 · 833
Evening Sky
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Evening Sky Technical Profile
What color is Evening Sky? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #474A57. Colors similar to Evening Sky include Behr Virtuoso, Dunn-Edwards Deep Mystery, PPG Black Flame. Evening Sky has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Evening Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Evening Sky pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Evening Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Sky
#474A57
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#61547D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Sky 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 Evening Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Sky have?
Evening Sky by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Evening Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Virtuoso by Behr (#474956), Deep Mystery by Dunn-Edwards (#494C59), Black Flame by PPG (#484B5A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Evening Sky?
Evening Sky has an LRV of 6.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Evening Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.