Galaxy 2117-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #423E45, estimated LRV 5 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Currant from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #423E45 · 2117-20
Galaxy
5%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Galaxy Technical Profile
HEX Code#423E45
RGB66, 62, 69
Estimated LRV5.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Galaxy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Galaxy
#423E45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D496B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Galaxy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Galaxy 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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Galaxy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Galaxy have?
Galaxy by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Galaxy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Galaxy are Black Currant by Valspar (a close digital match), Paean Black by Farrow & Ball (a very close match), Blackhearth by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Galaxy'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 Galaxy?
Galaxy has a estimated lightness value of 5.0, 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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