Ref. #A3B1B8 · CSP-595
French Toile
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
French Toile Technical Profile
What color is French Toile? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #A3B1B8. Colors similar to French Toile include Valspar Hibernate, PPG Special Delivery, PPG Foretell. French Toile has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives French Toile depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, French Toile pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to French Toile
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Hibernate
Valspar
Nearly identical
Special Delivery
PPG
Nearly identical
Irogon Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dockside Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Intercoastal Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Indian Tears
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Opal Blue Prl over Hot Plata
MPC
Very similar
Bali Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With French Toile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
French Toile
#A3B1B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for French Toile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
French Toile 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 French Toile.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
French Toile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does French Toile have?
French Toile by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match French Toile from other brands?
The closest matches are Hibernate by Valspar (#A2B1BA), Special Delivery by PPG (#A5B2B7), Foretell by PPG (#A3AEB4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of French Toile?
French Toile has an LRV of 42.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why French Toile's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.