Trout Gray 2124-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6A6E71, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High-Speed Steel from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A6E71 · 2124-20
Trout Gray
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Trout Gray Technical Profile
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Trout Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Trout 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 MooreTrout Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparHigh-Speed Steel
High-Speed Steel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dark Ash
Behr
Nearly identical
Night Out
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Improbable
PPG
Nearly identical
Sooty
Kilz
Very similar
Battleship Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grafton Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
Polished Pewter
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Trout Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Trout Gray
#6A6E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F729F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Trout Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Trout 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 Trout 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.
Trout Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Trout Gray have?
Trout 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 Trout Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Trout Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Trout Gray are High-Speed Steel by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dark Ash by Behr (a near-identical match), Platinum Gray by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Trout 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 Trout Gray?
Trout Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.4, 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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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 Trout Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.