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Benjamin Moore Kentucky Haze AC-16

Kentucky Haze

Benjamin Moore

AC-16

About Kentucky Haze by Benjamin Moore

Kentucky Haze AC-16 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 171° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 41.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #a3b0ae

RGB: 163, 176, 174

Hue171°

Saturation8%

Lightness67%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Kentucky Haze AC-16 a warm or cool color?
Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze?
Kentucky Haze sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 171°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Kentucky Haze?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 67%. Hue is close to 171°. The hex value is #a3b0ae. The RGB value is 163, 176, 174.
Is Kentucky Haze better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Kentucky Haze has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Kentucky Haze?
You can match Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze work best in a home?
Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze compare to a pure white paint?
Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze 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 Kentucky Haze. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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