Ref. #727672 · CSP-55
Gray Gardens
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gray Gardens Technical Profile
What color is Gray Gardens? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #727672. Colors similar to Gray Gardens include MPC Steel Wool, Dunn-Edwards Legendary Gray, Valspar Ocean Storm. Gray Gardens has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Gray Gardens creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Gray Gardens 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 Gray Gardens
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Gardens
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Gardens
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Gardens 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 Gray Gardens.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Gardens — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Gardens have?
Gray Gardens by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gray Gardens from other brands?
The closest matches are Steel Wool by MPC (#767775), Legendary Gray by Dunn-Edwards (#787976), Ocean Storm by Valspar (#6F716F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gray Gardens?
Gray Gardens has an LRV of 17.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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