Steep Cliff Gray 2122-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6F7D7E, LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rio Bravo from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F7D7E · 2122-20
Steep Cliff Gray
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Steep Cliff Gray Technical Profile
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Steep Cliff Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Steep Cliff 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 MooreSteep Cliff Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintRio Bravo
Rio Bravo
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Classic Movie
Kilz
Nearly identical
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ocean Swell
Behr
Nearly identical
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Phantom
PPG
Very similar
Foggy Day
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pike Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coastal Dusk
Valspar
Very similar
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Steep Cliff Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Steep Cliff Gray
#6F7D7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A8DA6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Steep Cliff Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Steep Cliff 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 Steep Cliff 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.
Steep Cliff Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Steep Cliff Gray have?
Steep Cliff 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 Steep Cliff Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Steep Cliff Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Steep Cliff Gray are Rio Bravo by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Classic Movie by Kilz (a near-identical match), Polar Pond by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Steep Cliff 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 Steep Cliff Gray?
Steep Cliff Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.6, 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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Why Steep Cliff Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.