Gray Gardens CSP-55 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #727672, 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.
Ref. #727672 · CSP-55
Gray Gardens
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gray Gardens Technical Profile
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Gray Gardens in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Gardens in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGray Gardens
Nearly identical
PPGPencilpoint
Pencilpoint
PPG
Nearly identical
Coal Miner
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ocean Storm
Valspar
Very similar
Burnished Pewter
Vista Paint
Very similar
Billowing Smoke
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In the Woods
Behr
Very similar
Cliffside Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Westchester Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Old Key
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Green Smoke
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Gardens in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Gardens from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Gardens are Pencilpoint by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why Gray Gardens's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.