Hampshire Gray HC-101 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #918A73, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cattail Marsh from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #918A73 · HC-101
Hampshire Gray
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hampshire Gray Technical Profile
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Hampshire Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hampshire Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreHampshire Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCattail Marsh
Cattail Marsh
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandalwood
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mirrored Willow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mossy Bank
Behr
Nearly identical
Rattan Palm
PPG
Very similar
Mirrored Willow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heuchera Leaf
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bunglehouse Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Winter Grass
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hampshire Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hampshire Gray
#918A73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hampshire Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hampshire Gray 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 Hampshire Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hampshire Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hampshire Gray have?
Hampshire Gray 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 Hampshire Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hampshire Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hampshire Gray are Cattail Marsh by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sandalwood by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mirrored Willow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hampshire Gray'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 Hampshire Gray?
Hampshire Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hampshire Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.