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Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray HC-160

Knoxville Gray

Benjamin Moore

HC-160

About Knoxville Gray by Benjamin Moore

Knoxville Gray HC-160 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 14% 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: 14.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #5e6c6c

RGB: 94, 108, 108

Hue180°

Saturation7%

Lightness40%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Knoxville Gray HC-160 a warm or cool color?
Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray?
Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 40%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #5e6c6c. The RGB value is 94, 108, 108.
Is Knoxville Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Knoxville Gray has brightness around 14%. 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 Knoxville Gray?
You can match Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray work best in a home?
Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray 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 Knoxville Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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