Gargoyle 1546 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7D7668, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shaggy Dog from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D7668 · 1546
Gargoyle
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gargoyle Technical Profile
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Gargoyle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gargoyle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGargoyle
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsShaggy Dog
Shaggy Dog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Burnished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Carriage Stone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Burnished Pewter
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aged Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Thunderstruck
PPG
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Empire
Valspar
Very similar
Wildwood
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gargoyle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gargoyle
#7D7668
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BA375
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gargoyle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gargoyle 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 Gargoyle.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gargoyle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gargoyle have?
Gargoyle 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 Gargoyle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gargoyle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gargoyle are Shaggy Dog by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Burnished Pewter by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Carriage Stone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gargoyle'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 Gargoyle?
Gargoyle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gargoyle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.