Marina Gray 1599 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AEB4B4, LRV 45 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Online from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEB4B4 · 1599
Marina Gray
45%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Marina Gray Technical Profile
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Marina Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marina 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 MooreMarina Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsOnline
Online
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stargazer
PPG
Nearly identical
Polished Silver
Valspar
Nearly identical
Zippered Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silverstone
Behr
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Misty Seascape
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marina Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marina Gray
#AEB4B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Marina Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marina 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 Marina 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.
Marina Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marina Gray have?
Marina 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 Marina Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marina Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marina Gray are Online by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mineral by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Uncertain Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marina 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 Marina Gray?
Marina Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.9, 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 Marina Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.