Windy City CSP-150 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #736F68, estimated LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Artillery from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #736F68 · CSP-150
Windy City
16%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Windy City Technical Profile
HEX Code#736F68
RGB115, 111, 104
Estimated LRV16.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Windy City
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windy City
#736F68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#989F6F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windy City
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windy City 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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Windy City — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windy City have?
Windy City by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Windy City from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Windy City are Artillery by PPG (a close digital match), Antiquated Chain by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Grey Hearth by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Windy City'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 Windy City?
Windy City has a estimated lightness value of 16.0, 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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