Intrigue 1580 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #828A82, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lincoln Green from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #828A82 · 1580
Intrigue
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Intrigue Technical Profile
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Intrigue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Intrigue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreIntrigue
Nearly identical
KilzLincoln Green
Lincoln Green
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dowager
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dowager
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rockspring Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Craft
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peaceful Glade
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Murky Sage
Valspar
Very similar
Willowleaf
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Traffic Grey A
RAL
Very similar
Card Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cattails
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Intrigue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Intrigue
#828A82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Intrigue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Intrigue 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 Intrigue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Intrigue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Intrigue have?
Intrigue by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Intrigue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Intrigue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Intrigue are Lincoln Green by Kilz (a near-identical match), Dowager by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dowager by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Intrigue'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 Intrigue?
Intrigue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Intrigue's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.