Trout Gray 2124-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6A6E71, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #6A6E71 · 2124-20
Trout Gray
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Trout Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#6A6E71
RGB106, 110, 113
Estimated LRV15.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#6B6E71
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#6A6D6F
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#656A6E
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#6E7376
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Colors That Work With Trout Gray
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Trout Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Trout Gray are High-Speed Steel by Valspar (a close digital match), Dark Ash by Behr (a close digital match), Platinum Gray by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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