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Benjamin Moore Silver Gray ES-70

Silver Gray

Benjamin Moore

ES-70

About Silver Gray by Benjamin Moore

Silver Gray ES-70 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 62% and hue near 34° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 62.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e5cba8

RGB: 229, 203, 168

Hue34°

Saturation54%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Silver Gray ES-70 a warm or cool color?
Silver Gray by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Silver Gray?
Silver Gray sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Silver Gray?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 54%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #e5cba8. The RGB value is 229, 203, 168.
Is Silver Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Silver Gray has brightness around 62%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Silver Gray?
You can match Silver 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 Silver Gray work best in a home?
Silver 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 Silver Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Silver Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Silver 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 Silver 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 Silver Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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