Hancock Gray HC-97 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #978E71, 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.
Ref. #978E71 · HC-97
Hancock Gray
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hancock Gray Technical Profile
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Hancock Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hancock 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 MooreHancock Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCourtyard Green
Courtyard Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Urban Safari
Behr
Nearly identical
Mossy Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Winter Grass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sandalwood Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandalwood
Valspar
Very similar
Shagbark Olive
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Renwick Olive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bronze Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Yellow Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hancock Gray
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Hancock Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hancock 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 Hancock Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hancock Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hancock Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hancock Gray are Courtyard Green by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Urban Safari by Behr (a near-identical match), Mossy Gold by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hancock Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.