La Paloma Gray 1551 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B9B5AD, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greige from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9B5AD · 1551
La Paloma Gray
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
La Paloma Gray Technical Profile
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La Paloma Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to La Paloma 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 MooreLa Paloma Gray
Nearly identical
BehrGreige
Greige
Behr
Nearly identical
Pewter Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mindful Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Soulful Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Reclaimed Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Platinum Plate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quincy Granite
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With La Paloma Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
La Paloma Gray
#B9B5AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for La Paloma Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
La Paloma 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 La Paloma 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.
La Paloma Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does La Paloma Gray have?
La Paloma Gray 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 La Paloma Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match La Paloma Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to La Paloma Gray are Greige by Behr (a near-identical match), Pewter Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Drifting Sand by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting La Paloma 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 La Paloma Gray?
La Paloma Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.4, 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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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 La Paloma Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.