Kingsport Gray HC-86 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #958775, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Curio Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #958775 · HC-86
Kingsport Gray
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kingsport Gray Technical Profile
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Kingsport Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kingsport 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 MooreKingsport Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCurio Gray
Curio Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Light Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Wild Hawk
Valspar
Nearly identical
Zesty Coriander
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bear Cub
PPG
Very similar
Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kingsport Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kingsport Gray
#958775
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kingsport Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kingsport 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 Kingsport Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kingsport Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kingsport Gray have?
Kingsport Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Kingsport Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kingsport Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingsport Gray are Curio Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sleeping Cabin by Kilz (a near-identical match), Mouse's Back by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kingsport 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 Kingsport Gray?
Kingsport Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.0, 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 Kingsport Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.