Silver Spring 2120-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A4ABB1, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ascot Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A4ABB1 · 2120-50
Silver Spring
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Silver Spring Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4ABB1
RGB164, 171, 177
Estimated LRV40.2
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#A5ABB3
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#A9AFB4
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Colors That Work With Silver Spring
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Spring
#A4ABB1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Spring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Spring 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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Silver Spring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Spring have?
Silver Spring by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Silver Spring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Spring are Ascot Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Cystern by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Gosling Gray by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silver Spring'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 Silver Spring?
Silver Spring has a estimated lightness value of 40.2, 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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