Ref. #7B777F · AF-590
Tempest
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Tempest Technical Profile
What color is Tempest? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7B777F. Colors similar to Tempest include Sherwin-Williams Special Gray, PPG Magic Dust, MPC In The Twilight. Tempest has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Tempest creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Tempest pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Tempest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempest
#7B777F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA7FAA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempest 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 Tempest.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tempest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempest have?
Tempest by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Tempest from other brands?
The closest matches are Special Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#7B787D), Magic Dust by PPG (#817C85), In The Twilight by MPC (#797884). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tempest?
Tempest has an LRV of 18.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tempest's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.