Normandy 2129-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6E7F8A, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Storms from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E7F8A · 2129-40
Normandy
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Normandy Technical Profile
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Normandy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Normandy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNormandy
Nearly identical
Vista PaintOcean Storms
Ocean Storms
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Atlantic Shoreline
Behr
Nearly identical
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mica Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Magnet Dapple
Valspar
Very similar
French Grey
PPG
Very similar
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Normandy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Normandy
#6E7F8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8085AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Normandy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Normandy 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 Normandy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Normandy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Normandy have?
Normandy 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 Normandy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Normandy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Normandy are Ocean Storms by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Atlantic Shoreline by Behr (a near-identical match), Ocean Storms by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Normandy'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 Normandy?
Normandy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.3, 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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Why Normandy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.