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Garden Path
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Garden Path Technical Profile
What color is Garden Path? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A8B5A3. Colors similar to Garden Path include Valspar Green Trellis, Valspar Ballroom Dancing, Behr Granite Boulder. Garden Path has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Garden Path depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Garden Path 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 Garden Path
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Garden Path
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garden Path
#A8B5A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garden Path
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garden Path 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 Garden Path.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Garden Path — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garden Path have?
Garden Path by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Garden Path from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Trellis by Valspar (#AAB9A5), Ballroom Dancing by Valspar (#A9B4A5), Granite Boulder by Behr (#ADBAA9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Garden Path?
Garden Path has an LRV of 44.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Garden Path's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.