Gray Gardens CSP-55 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #727672, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pencilpoint from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #727672 · CSP-55
Gray Gardens
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gray Gardens Technical Profile
HEX Code#727672
RGB114, 118, 114
Estimated LRV17.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Gray Gardens
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Gardens
#727672
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77A48E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Gardens
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Gardens Room Palettes
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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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Gray Gardens — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Gardens have?
Gray Gardens by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Gray Gardens from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Gardens are Pencilpoint by PPG (a close digital match), Coal Miner by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Legendary Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gray Gardens'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 Gray Gardens?
Gray Gardens has a estimated lightness value of 17.7, 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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