Kentucky AC-16 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A4B1AF, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eventide from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4B1AF · AC-16
Kentucky
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kentucky Technical Profile
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Kentucky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kentucky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreKentucky
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEventide
Eventide
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dream Weaver
Valspar
Nearly identical
Polaris
PPG
Nearly identical
Waterby
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frozen Pond
Behr
Nearly identical
Misty Seascape
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Elegant Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sage Pond
Kilz
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kentucky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kentucky
#A4B1AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kentucky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kentucky 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 Kentucky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kentucky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kentucky have?
Kentucky by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Kentucky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kentucky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kentucky are Eventide by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dream Weaver by Valspar (a near-identical match), Polaris by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kentucky'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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.4, 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 Kentucky's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.