Richmond Gray HC-96 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CFC8AB, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #CFC8AB · HC-96
Richmond Gray
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Richmond Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFC8AB
RGB207, 200, 171
Estimated LRV57.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Richmond Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Richmond Gray
#CFC8AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Richmond Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Richmond Gray are Willow Wind by Valspar (a close digital match), Pale Ivy by Behr (a close digital match), Beach Bum by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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