Puritan Gray HC-164 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #98A09C, LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brampton Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98A09C · HC-164
Puritan Gray
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Puritan Gray Technical Profile
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Puritan Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Puritan 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 MoorePuritan Gray
Nearly identical
BehrBrampton Gray
Brampton Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Cold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Seafoam Storm
Valspar
Nearly identical
Steel Curtain
PPG
Nearly identical
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Earl Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antiquated Pewter
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Puritan Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Puritan Gray
#98A09C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Puritan Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Puritan 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 Puritan 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.
Puritan Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Puritan Gray have?
Puritan Gray by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Puritan Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Puritan Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Puritan Gray are Brampton Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Light Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stone Cold by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Puritan 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 Puritan Gray?
Puritan Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.2, 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 Puritan Gray's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.