Imperial Gray 1571 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B1BAB3, estimated LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Verdigris from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B1BAB3 · 1571
Imperial Gray
48%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Imperial Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1BAB3
RGB177, 186, 179
Estimated LRV47.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Verdigris
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#B0B8B1
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#B0B8B2
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Trout Gray
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#B0B8B2
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#ACB8B2
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Vista Paint
#AAB5AE
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Valspar
#B4BCB8
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Patio Gray
Kilz
#B6BDB3
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Green Smoke
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#B3BCB1
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Colors That Work With Imperial Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Imperial Gray
#B1BAB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Imperial Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Imperial 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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Imperial Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Imperial Gray have?
Imperial Gray by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Imperial Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Imperial Gray are Verdigris by Behr (a close digital match), Silvermist by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Trout Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Imperial 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 Imperial Gray?
Imperial Gray has a estimated lightness value of 47.7, 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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