Ref. #8D9A86 · CC-620
High Park
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
High Park Technical Profile
What color is High Park? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #8D9A86. Colors similar to High Park include PPG Farm Fresh, Dunn-Edwards Linden Spear, Behr Gray Squirrel. High Park has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives High Park depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, High Park pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to High Park
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With High Park
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
High Park
#8D9A86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for High Park
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
High Park 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 High Park.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
High Park — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does High Park have?
High Park by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match High Park from other brands?
The closest matches are Farm Fresh by PPG (#8E9B88), Linden Spear by Dunn-Edwards (#8E9985), Gray Squirrel by Behr (#8E9883). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of High Park?
High Park has an LRV of 30.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why High Park's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.