River Gorge Gray 1537 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A19B8A, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Honed Soapstone from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A19B8A · 1537
River Gorge Gray
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
River Gorge Gray Technical Profile
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River Gorge Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to River Gorge 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 MooreRiver Gorge Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHoned Soapstone
Honed Soapstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusty Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Calico Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wood Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grand Canyon Tan
PPG
Very similar
Green Turquoise
Valspar
Very similar
Wood Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Poised Neutral
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Gorge Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Gorge Gray
#A19B8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for River Gorge Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River Gorge 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 River Gorge 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.
River Gorge Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Gorge Gray have?
River Gorge 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 River Gorge Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match River Gorge Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to River Gorge Gray are Honed Soapstone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dusty Olive by Behr (a near-identical match), At Ease Soldier by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting River Gorge 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 River Gorge Gray?
River Gorge Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, 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 River Gorge Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.