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Powell Gray
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Powell Gray Technical Profile
What color is Powell Gray? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5B666D. Colors similar to Powell Gray include PPG Lava Gray, Kilz Murky Depths, Sherwin-Williams Grays Harbor. Powell Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Powell Gray 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, Powell Gray 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 Powell Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Powell Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Powell Gray
#5B666D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#646A97
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Powell Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Powell 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 Powell 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.
Powell Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Powell Gray have?
Powell Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Powell Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Lava Gray by PPG (#5E686D), Murky Depths by Kilz (#5F676C), Grays Harbor by Sherwin-Williams (#596368). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Powell Gray?
Powell Gray has an LRV of 12.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Powell Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.