Kitty Gray 1589 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #656C69, LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Homburg Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #656C69 · 1589
Kitty Gray
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kitty Gray Technical Profile
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Kitty Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kitty 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 MooreKitty Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHomburg Gray
Homburg Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zinc-Ed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stairway to Heaven
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Simple Silhouette
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Pewter
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Old Key
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stairway to Heaven
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Quaking Bog
Valspar
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Deepest Valley Green
PPG
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kitty Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kitty Gray
#656C69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#69979B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kitty Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kitty 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 Kitty 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.
Kitty Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kitty Gray have?
Kitty Gray 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 Kitty Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kitty Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kitty Gray are Homburg Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Zinc-Ed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Stairway to Heaven by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kitty 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 Kitty Gray?
Kitty Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kitty Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.