Richmond Gray HC-96 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CFC8AB, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Willow Wind from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFC8AB · HC-96
Richmond Gray
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Richmond Gray Technical Profile
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Richmond Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Richmond 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 MooreRichmond Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparWillow Wind
Willow Wind
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Ivy
Behr
Nearly identical
Beach Bum
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone Hearth
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silent Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Farm Eggs
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ecru Wealth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Garden Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cargo Pants
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Old White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Richmond Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Richmond Gray
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Richmond Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Richmond 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 Richmond Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Richmond Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Richmond Gray have?
Richmond Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Richmond Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Richmond Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Richmond Gray are Willow Wind by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pale Ivy by Behr (a near-identical match), Beach Bum by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Richmond 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 Richmond Gray?
Richmond Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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