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Benjamin Moore Excalibur Gray 2118-50

Excalibur Gray

Benjamin Moore

2118-50

About Excalibur Gray by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 40.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #a9abb6

RGB: 169, 171, 182

Hue231°

Saturation8%

Lightness69%

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

Is Excalibur Gray 2118-50 a warm or cool color?
Excalibur Gray by Benjamin Moore is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Excalibur Gray?
Excalibur Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 231°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Excalibur Gray?
Brightness is about 41%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 69%. Hue is close to 231°. The hex value is #a9abb6. The RGB value is 169, 171, 182.
Is Excalibur Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Excalibur Gray has brightness around 41%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Excalibur Gray?
You can match Excalibur 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 Excalibur Gray work best in a home?
Excalibur 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 Excalibur Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Excalibur Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Excalibur 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 Excalibur 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 Excalibur Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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