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Benjamin Moore Gray Cardigan 1600

Gray Cardigan

Benjamin Moore

1600

About Gray Cardigan by Benjamin Moore

Gray Cardigan 1600 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 34% and hue near 168° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 34.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #9a9f9e

RGB: 154, 159, 158

Hue168°

Saturation3%

Lightness61%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Gray Cardigan 1600 a warm or cool color?
Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan?
Gray Cardigan sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 168°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gray Cardigan?
Brightness is about 34%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 61%. Hue is close to 168°. The hex value is #9a9f9e. The RGB value is 154, 159, 158.
Is Gray Cardigan better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gray Cardigan has brightness around 34%. 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 Gray Cardigan?
You can match Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan work best in a home?
Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan compare to a pure white paint?
Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan 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 Gray Cardigan. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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