Powell Gray CW-665 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5B666D, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Made of Steel from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B666D · CW-665
Powell Gray
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Powell Gray Technical Profile
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Powell Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Powell 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 MoorePowell Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMade of Steel
Made of Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lava Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Grays Harbor
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Murky Depths
Kilz
Nearly identical
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Lake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deep Lagoon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Powell Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Powell Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Powell Gray are Made of Steel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lava Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Grays Harbor by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Powell 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 Powell Gray?
Powell Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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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