Ref. #7B8580 · CC-720
Night Train
23%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Night Train Technical Profile
What color is Night Train? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #7B8580. Colors similar to Night Train include Dunn-Edwards Enchanted Eve, PPG Thunderbolt, Kilz Lincoln Green. Night Train has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Night Train creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Night Train pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Night Train
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Night Train
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Night Train
#7B8580
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Night Train
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Night Train 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 Night Train.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Night Train — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Night Train have?
Night Train by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Night Train from other brands?
The closest matches are Enchanted Eve by Dunn-Edwards (#79837F), Thunderbolt by PPG (#7C8783), Lincoln Green by Kilz (#818A83). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Night Train?
Night Train has an LRV of 22.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Night Train's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.