Excalibur Gray 2118-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AAACB7, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buffed Plum from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAACB7 · 2118-50
Excalibur Gray
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Excalibur Gray Technical Profile
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Excalibur Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Excalibur 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 MooreExcalibur Gray
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBuffed Plum
Buffed Plum
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Modern Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
A Month of Sundays
Valspar
Nearly identical
Buffed Plum
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Canyon Sunset
Behr
Nearly identical
Dusky Mood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Glistening Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Hazy Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Excalibur Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Excalibur Gray
#AAACB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Excalibur Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Excalibur 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 Excalibur 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.
Excalibur Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Excalibur Gray have?
Excalibur 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 Excalibur Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Excalibur Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Excalibur Gray are Buffed Plum by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Modern Lavender by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), A Month of Sundays by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Excalibur 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 Excalibur Gray?
Excalibur Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.5, 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 Excalibur Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.