Northern Cliffs 1536 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BBB6A8, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Play on Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #BBB6A8 · 1536
Northern Cliffs
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Northern Cliffs Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBB6A8
RGB187, 182, 168
Estimated LRV46.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Northern Cliffs
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Cliffs
#BBB6A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Cliffs
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Cliffs Room Palettes
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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
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Northern Cliffs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Cliffs have?
Northern Cliffs by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Northern Cliffs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Cliffs are Play on Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Pewter Patter by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Techno Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Northern Cliffs'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 Northern Cliffs?
Northern Cliffs has a estimated lightness value of 46.8, 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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