Ref. #717D7A · CSP-750
Porch Swing
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Porch Swing Technical Profile
What color is Porch Swing? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #717D7A. Colors similar to Porch Swing include Valspar Coastal Dusk, Vista Paint Rio Bravo, Behr Amazon Stone. Porch Swing has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Porch Swing creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Porch Swing pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Porch Swing
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Porch Swing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Porch Swing
#717D7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A9CA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Porch Swing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Porch Swing 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 Porch Swing.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Porch Swing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Porch Swing have?
Porch Swing by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Porch Swing from other brands?
The closest matches are Coastal Dusk by Valspar (#757E7B), Rio Bravo by Vista Paint (#6F7C7C), Amazon Stone by Behr (#6D7874). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Porch Swing?
Porch Swing has an LRV of 19.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Porch Swing's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.