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Benjamin Moore Piedmont Gray CC-690

Piedmont Gray

Benjamin Moore

CC-690

About Piedmont Gray by Benjamin Moore

Piedmont Gray CC-690 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 38% and hue near 142° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 37.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #9da8a1

RGB: 157, 168, 161

Hue142°

Saturation6%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Piedmont Gray CC-690 a warm or cool color?
Piedmont 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 Piedmont Gray?
Piedmont Gray sits in the green family. Its hue is about 142°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Piedmont Gray?
Brightness is about 38%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 142°. The hex value is #9da8a1. The RGB value is 157, 168, 161.
Is Piedmont Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Piedmont Gray has brightness around 38%. 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 Piedmont Gray?
You can match Piedmont 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 Piedmont Gray work best in a home?
Piedmont 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 Piedmont Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Piedmont 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 Piedmont 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 Piedmont 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 Piedmont Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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