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Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray 2135-30

Nocturnal Gray

Benjamin Moore

2135-30

About Nocturnal Gray by Benjamin Moore

Nocturnal Gray 2135-30 by Benjamin Moore is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 12% and hue near 196° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 12.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #55656b

RGB: 85, 101, 107

Hue196°

Saturation12%

Lightness38%

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

Is Nocturnal Gray 2135-30 a warm or cool color?
Nocturnal Gray by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Nocturnal Gray?
Nocturnal Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Nocturnal Gray?
Brightness is about 12%. Saturation is around 12%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 38%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #55656b. The RGB value is 85, 101, 107.
Is Nocturnal Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Nocturnal Gray has brightness around 12%. 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 Nocturnal Gray?
You can match Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Gray work best in a home?
Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Nocturnal Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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