Sea AC-17 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C9591, estimated LRV 29 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Traffic Grey A from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C9591 · AC-17
Sea
29%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sea Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C9591
RGB140, 149, 145
Estimated LRV29.1
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Colors That Work With Sea
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sea
#8C9591
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ABAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sea 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
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Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sea have?
Sea by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sea are Traffic Grey A by RAL (a close digital match), Beguile by Valspar (a close digital match), Gustavian Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sea'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 Sea?
Sea has a estimated lightness value of 29.1, 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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