London Fog 1541 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CDC8BE, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vessel from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDC8BE · 1541
London Fog
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
London Fog Technical Profile
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London Fog in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to London Fog in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreLondon Fog
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsVessel
Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Petrichor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Swirling Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Wet Concrete
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tranquil Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Hidden Cove
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Smoke Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With London Fog
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
London Fog
#CDC8BE
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.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for London Fog
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
London Fog 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 London Fog.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
London Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does London Fog have?
London Fog 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 London Fog in your own space before committing.
What colors match London Fog from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to London Fog are Vessel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Hidden Cove by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Petrichor by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting London Fog'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 London Fog?
London Fog has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why London Fog's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.