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Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray HC-168

Chelsea Gray

Benjamin Moore

HC-168

About Chelsea Gray by Benjamin Moore

Chelsea Gray HC-168 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 23% and hue near 48° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 23%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #86847c

RGB: 134, 132, 124

Hue48°

Saturation4%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Chelsea 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 Chelsea Gray looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Chelsea Gray HC-168 a warm or cool color?
Chelsea 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 Chelsea Gray?
Chelsea Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 48°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Chelsea Gray?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 4%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 48°. The hex value is #86847c. The RGB value is 134, 132, 124.
Is Chelsea Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Chelsea Gray has brightness around 23%. 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 Chelsea Gray?
You can match Chelsea 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 Chelsea Gray work best in a home?
Chelsea 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 Chelsea Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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