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Benjamin Moore Gray Mountain 1462

Gray Mountain

Benjamin Moore

1462

About Gray Mountain by Benjamin Moore

Gray Mountain 1462 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 17% and hue near 8° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 17.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #797271

RGB: 121, 114, 113

Hue

Saturation3%

Lightness46%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Gray Mountain 1462 a warm or cool color?
Gray Mountain 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 Mountain?
Gray Mountain sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 8°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gray Mountain?
Brightness is about 17%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 46%. Hue is close to 8°. The hex value is #797271. The RGB value is 121, 114, 113.
Is Gray Mountain better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gray Mountain has brightness around 17%. 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 Mountain?
You can match Gray Mountain 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 Mountain work best in a home?
Gray Mountain 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 Mountain compare to a pure white paint?
Gray Mountain 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 Mountain 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 Mountain 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 Mountain. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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