Nocturnal Gray 2135-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #56666C, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Made of Steel from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #56666C · 2135-30
Nocturnal Gray
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nocturnal Gray Technical Profile
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Nocturnal Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nocturnal 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 MooreNocturnal Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMade of Steel
Made of Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Needlepoint Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silent Night
PPG
Very similar
Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Flannel Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Rush Hour
Behr
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Spacebox
Vista Paint
Very similar
Deep Lagoon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nocturnal Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturnal Gray
#56666C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#626D93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturnal Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal 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.
Nocturnal Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturnal Gray have?
Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nocturnal Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturnal Gray are Made of Steel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Needlepoint Navy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rain Cloud by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Gray?
Nocturnal Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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