Nimbus Gray 2131-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A2B1B5, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Special Delivery from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A2B1B5 · 2131-50
Nimbus Gray
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nimbus Gray Technical Profile
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Nimbus Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nimbus 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 MooreNimbus Gray
Nearly identical
PPGSpecial Delivery
Special Delivery
PPG
Nearly identical
Porch Ceiling
Behr
Nearly identical
Stardew
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Marine Layer
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Arrow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Citadel Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Waterby
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nimbus Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nimbus Gray
#A2B1B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nimbus Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nimbus 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 Nimbus 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.
Nimbus Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nimbus Gray have?
Nimbus Gray 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 Nimbus Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nimbus Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nimbus Gray are Special Delivery by PPG (a near-identical match), Porch Ceiling by Behr (a near-identical match), Stardew by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nimbus 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 Nimbus Gray?
Nimbus Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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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Why Nimbus Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.