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Benjamin Moore Distant Gray 2124-70

Distant Gray

Benjamin Moore

2124-70

About Distant Gray by Benjamin Moore

Distant Gray 2124-70 by Benjamin Moore is a light cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 90% and hue near 100° for steady results across rooms. Works well in bright rooms, baths, or clean modern spaces. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 89.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #f2f4f1

RGB: 242, 244, 241

Hue100°

Saturation12%

Lightness95%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Distant Gray 2124-70 a warm or cool color?
Distant Gray by Benjamin Moore is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Distant Gray?
Distant Gray sits in the green family. Its hue is about 100°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Distant Gray?
Brightness is about 90%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 95%. Hue is close to 100°. The hex value is #f2f4f1. The RGB value is 242, 244, 241.
Is Distant Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Distant Gray has brightness around 90%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Distant Gray?
You can match Distant 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 Distant Gray work best in a home?
Distant Gray is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Distant Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Distant Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Distant 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 Distant Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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