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Benjamin Moore Colorado Gray 2136-50

Colorado Gray

Benjamin Moore

2136-50

About Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 43.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9eb5b8

RGB: 158, 181, 184

Hue187°

Saturation16%

Lightness67%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Colorado Gray 2136-50 a warm or cool color?
Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Colorado Gray?
Colorado Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 187°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Colorado Gray?
Brightness is about 44%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 187°. The hex value is #9eb5b8. The RGB value is 158, 181, 184.
Is Colorado Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Colorado Gray has brightness around 44%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Colorado Gray?
You can match Colorado 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 Colorado Gray work best in a home?
Colorado 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 Colorado Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Colorado Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Colorado 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 Colorado 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 Colorado Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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