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Benjamin Moore Classic Gray OC-23

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

OC-23

About Classic Gray by Benjamin Moore

Classic Gray OC-23 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 75% and hue near 45° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 74.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e3e0d7

RGB: 227, 224, 215

Hue45°

Saturation18%

Lightness87%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

OC-23

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Classic Gray OC-23 a warm or cool color?
Classic Gray by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Classic Gray?
Classic Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 45°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Classic Gray?
Brightness is about 75%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 87%. Hue is close to 45°. The hex value is #e3e0d7. The RGB value is 227, 224, 215.
Is Classic Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Classic Gray has brightness around 75%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Classic Gray?
You can match Classic 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 Classic Gray work best in a home?
Classic Gray is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Classic Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Classic Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Classic Gray in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

OC-23

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

OC-23

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

OC-23

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

SEAGULL

Glidden

PPG14-03

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FOCUS

Glidden

PPG1008-1

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Origami White

Sherwin Williams

SW7636

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Painter'S White

Behr

PPU18-08

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