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Benjamin Moore Castle Peak Gray 1561

Castle Peak Gray

Benjamin Moore

1561

About Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore

Castle Peak Gray 1561 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 13% and hue near 53° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 13.4%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #696757

RGB: 105, 103, 87

Hue53°

Saturation9%

Lightness38%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Castle Peak Gray from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Castle Peak Gray looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Castle Peak Gray 1561 a warm or cool color?
Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Castle Peak Gray?
Castle Peak Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 53°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Castle Peak Gray?
Brightness is about 13%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 38%. Hue is close to 53°. The hex value is #696757. The RGB value is 105, 103, 87.
Is Castle Peak Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Castle Peak Gray has brightness around 13%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Castle Peak Gray?
You can match Castle Peak Gray with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Castle Peak Gray work best in a home?
Castle Peak Gray works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Castle Peak Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Castle Peak Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Castle Peak Gray in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Castle Peak Gray in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Castle Peak Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Castle Peak Gray. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.