Hancock Gray HC-97 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #978E71, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Courtyard Green from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #978E71 · HC-97
Hancock Gray
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hancock Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#978E71
RGB151, 142, 113
Estimated LRV27.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Hancock Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hancock Gray
#978E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hancock Gray
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hancock Gray 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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Hancock Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hancock Gray have?
Hancock Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Hancock Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hancock Gray are Courtyard Green by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Urban Safari by Behr (a close digital match), Mossy Gold by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hancock 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 Hancock Gray?
Hancock Gray has a estimated lightness value of 27.1, 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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