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Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray 1626

Gentle Gray

Benjamin Moore

1626

About Gentle Gray by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 57.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c0cacd

RGB: 192, 202, 205

Hue194°

Saturation12%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Gentle Gray 1626 a warm or cool color?
Gentle 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 Gentle Gray?
Gentle Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 194°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gentle Gray?
Brightness is about 58%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 194°. The hex value is #c0cacd. The RGB value is 192, 202, 205.
Is Gentle Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gentle Gray has brightness around 58%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Gentle Gray?
You can match Gentle 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 Gentle Gray work best in a home?
Gentle 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 Gentle Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Gentle 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 Gentle 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 Gentle 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 Gentle Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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