Sandy Hook Gray HC-108 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AFA998, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Well-Crafted from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AFA998 · HC-108
Sandy Hook Gray
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sandy Hook Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#AFA998
RGB175, 169, 152
Estimated LRV39.8
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#AEA898
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#B0A998
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Colors That Work With Sandy Hook Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandy Hook Gray
#AFA998
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandy Hook Gray
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandy Hook 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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Sandy Hook Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandy Hook Gray have?
Sandy Hook Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sandy Hook Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandy Hook Gray are Well-Crafted by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Artemis by Valspar (a close digital match), Mountain Shade by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sandy Hook 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 Sandy Hook Gray?
Sandy Hook Gray has a estimated lightness value of 39.8, 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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