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Benjamin Moore Porringer Gray 2121-40

Porringer Gray

Benjamin Moore

2121-40

About Porringer Gray by Benjamin Moore

Porringer Gray 2121-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 57% and hue near 203° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 57.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #c3c8cb

RGB: 195, 200, 203

Hue203°

Saturation7%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Porringer Gray 2121-40 a warm or cool color?
Porringer Gray 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 Porringer Gray?
Porringer Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 203°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Porringer Gray?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 203°. The hex value is #c3c8cb. The RGB value is 195, 200, 203.
Is Porringer Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Porringer Gray has brightness around 57%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Porringer Gray?
You can match Porringer 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 Porringer Gray work best in a home?
Porringer 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 Porringer Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Porringer Gray 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 Porringer 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 Porringer 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 Porringer Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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