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Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs 1587

Gibraltar Cliffs

Benjamin Moore

1587

About Gibraltar Cliffs by Benjamin Moore

Gibraltar Cliffs 1587 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 31% and hue near 180° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 30.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #8f9999

RGB: 143, 153, 153

Hue180°

Saturation5%

Lightness58%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Gibraltar Cliffs 1587 a warm or cool color?
Gibraltar Cliffs by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Gibraltar Cliffs?
Gibraltar Cliffs sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 180°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gibraltar Cliffs?
Brightness is about 31%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #8f9999. The RGB value is 143, 153, 153.
Is Gibraltar Cliffs better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gibraltar Cliffs has brightness around 31%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Gibraltar Cliffs?
You can match Gibraltar Cliffs 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 Gibraltar Cliffs work best in a home?
Gibraltar Cliffs 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 Gibraltar Cliffs compare to a pure white paint?
Gibraltar Cliffs is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper 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 Gibraltar Cliffs 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 Gibraltar Cliffs 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 Gibraltar Cliffs. They add contrast without clashing.

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