Lead Gray 2131-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #444F53, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Obsidian from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #444F53 · 2131-30
Lead Gray
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lead Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#444F53
RGB68, 79, 83
Estimated LRV7.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Obsidian
PPG
#445055
Close digital match
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
#424E53
Close digital match
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
#464F53
Close digital match
Carbon Fiber
Dunn-Edwards
#444E50
Close digital match
Iron Grey
RAL
#434B4D
Close digital match
Black Space
Behr
#3E4B4E
Close digital match
Deep River Green
Valspar
#404E50
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Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
#48535A
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Shaded Forest
Dutch Boy
#414E4E
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Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
#3D4E57
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Kettle Black
Kilz
#47535C
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Metal .06
Colorhouse
#3F4647
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Colors That Work With Lead Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lead Gray
#444F53
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#515A79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lead Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lead 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
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Lead Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lead Gray have?
Lead 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 Lead Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lead Gray are Obsidian by PPG (a close digital match), Tarragon by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Puerto Desedo by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lead 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 Lead Gray?
Lead Gray has a estimated lightness value of 7.4, 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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