Whale Gray 2134-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7F8384, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Legendary Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7F8384 · 2134-40
Whale Gray
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whale Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#7F8384
RGB127, 131, 132
Estimated LRV22.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Legendary Gray
Behr
#7F8384
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Software
Sherwin-Williams
#7F8486
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Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
#7F8282
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Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
#808283
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Chipped Granite
Kilz
#7C8081
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Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
#7D8285
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Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
#7E8080
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Flagstone Grey
PPG
#7C8286
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Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
#828282
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Vessel Gray
Valspar
#84878B
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Colorhouse
#848A86
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Farrow & Ball
#8D8D8B
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Colors That Work With Whale Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whale Gray
#7F8384
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whale Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whale 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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Whale Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whale Gray have?
Whale 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 Whale Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whale Gray are Legendary Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Software by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Subtle Shadow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whale 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 Whale Gray?
Whale Gray has a estimated lightness value of 22.4, 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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