Platinum Gray HC-179 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A9AAA4, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muted Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9AAA4 · HC-179
Platinum Gray
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Platinum Gray Technical Profile
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Platinum Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Platinum 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 MoorePlatinum Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMuted Gray
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Matters
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Precipitation
PPG
Nearly identical
Cool Granite
Behr
Nearly identical
Wet Pavement
Valspar
Nearly identical
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Nearly identical
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ashford
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Shark Fin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Platinum Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Platinum Gray
#A9AAA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Platinum Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Platinum 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 Platinum 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.
Platinum Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Platinum Gray have?
Platinum 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 Platinum Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Platinum Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Platinum Gray are Muted Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gray Matters by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Precipitation by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Platinum 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 Platinum Gray?
Platinum Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Platinum Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.