Nightingale AF-670 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B7B5B3, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Postcard from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7B5B3 · AF-670
Nightingale
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nightingale Technical Profile
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Nightingale in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nightingale in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNightingale
Nearly identical
KilzPostcard
Postcard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sonic Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
March Wind
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rand Moon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rand Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pigeon Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Ganymede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Covered in Platinum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fair-Minded Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nightingale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nightingale
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Nightingale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nightingale 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 Nightingale.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nightingale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nightingale have?
Nightingale 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 Nightingale in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nightingale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nightingale are Postcard by Kilz (a near-identical match), Sonic Silver by Behr (a near-identical match), March Wind by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nightingale'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 Nightingale?
Nightingale 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nightingale's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.