Tavern Gray CW-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #928B76, estimated LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cattail Marsh from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #928B76 · CW-40
Tavern Gray
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tavern Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#928B76
RGB146, 139, 118
Estimated LRV25.9
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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Colors That Work With Tavern Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tavern Gray
#928B76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tavern Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tavern 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
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Tavern Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tavern Gray have?
Tavern 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 Tavern Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tavern Gray are Cattail Marsh by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sandalwood by Valspar (a close digital match), Shady Oak by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tavern 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 Tavern Gray?
Tavern Gray has a estimated lightness value of 25.9, 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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