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Benjamin Moore Storm Cloud Gray 2140-40

Storm Cloud Gray

Benjamin Moore

2140-40

About Storm Cloud Gray by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 28.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #919284

RGB: 145, 146, 132

Hue64°

Saturation6%

Lightness55%

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

Is Storm Cloud Gray 2140-40 a warm or cool color?
Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud Gray?
Storm Cloud Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 64°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Storm Cloud Gray?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 55%. Hue is close to 64°. The hex value is #919284. The RGB value is 145, 146, 132.
Is Storm Cloud Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Storm Cloud Gray has brightness around 28%. 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 Storm Cloud Gray?
You can match Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud Gray work best in a home?
Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud 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 Storm Cloud Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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