Kingsport Gray HC-86 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #958775, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #958775 · HC-86
Kingsport Gray
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kingsport Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#958775
RGB149, 135, 117
Estimated LRV25.0
UndertoneNeutral
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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Colors That Work With Kingsport Gray
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kingsport Gray
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kingsport 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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Kingsport Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingsport Gray are Curio Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sleeping Cabin by Kilz (a close digital match), Mouse's Back by Farrow & Ball (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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