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Benjamin Moore Gray Horse 2140-50

Gray Horse

Benjamin Moore

2140-50

About Gray Horse by Benjamin Moore

Gray Horse 2140-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 49% and hue near 72° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 49%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #b9bbb1

RGB: 185, 187, 177

Hue72°

Saturation7%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Gray Horse 2140-50 a warm or cool color?
Gray Horse 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 Gray Horse?
Gray Horse sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 72°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gray Horse?
Brightness is about 49%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 72°. The hex value is #b9bbb1. The RGB value is 185, 187, 177.
Is Gray Horse better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gray Horse has brightness around 49%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Gray Horse?
You can match Gray Horse 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 Horse work best in a home?
Gray Horse 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 Horse compare to a pure white paint?
Gray Horse 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 Gray Horse 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 Horse 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 Horse. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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