Ref. #88837A · CSP-85
Tweed Coat
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tweed Coat Technical Profile
What color is Tweed Coat? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #88837A. Colors similar to Tweed Coat include Valspar Mountain Smoke, Hirshfield's Greystoke, PPG So Sublime. Tweed Coat has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Tweed Coat 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, Tweed Coat 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 Tweed Coat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tweed Coat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tweed Coat
#88837A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tweed Coat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tweed Coat 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 Tweed Coat.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tweed Coat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tweed Coat have?
Tweed Coat by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Tweed Coat from other brands?
The closest matches are Mountain Smoke by Valspar (#87837B), Greystoke by Hirshfield's (#88857D), So Sublime by PPG (#8B847C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tweed Coat?
Tweed Coat has an LRV of 22.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tweed Coat's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.