Smoke Gray 2120-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #767C83, LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Shale from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #767C83 · 2120-40
Smoke Gray
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smoke Gray Technical Profile
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Smoke Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoke 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 MooreSmoke Gray
Nearly identical
BehrDeep Shale
Deep Shale
Behr
Nearly identical
Downing Slate
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Iron Frost
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Favorite Flannel
PPG
Very similar
Whale Tail
Kilz
Very similar
Slate Tint
Vista Paint
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Gray
#767C83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8381AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke 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 Smoke 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.
Smoke Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Gray have?
Smoke Gray by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Smoke Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoke Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Gray are Deep Shale by Behr (a near-identical match), Downing Slate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Industrialized by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoke 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 Smoke Gray?
Smoke Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.