Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray HC-167

Official page:Amherst Gray HC-167
Code:HC-167
Name:Amherst Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray?

Benjamin Moore's HC-167 Amherst Gray is a sophisticated and timeless color choice for interior spaces. This versatile shade exhibits a beautiful blend of warm beige and cool gray tones, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. Pair the elegant HC-167 Amherst Gray with accents in crisp whites, soft creams, and rich navy blues for a classic and harmonious color palette. Incorporating touches of metallic gold or silver accents can further elevate the luxurious feel of a room painted in Amherst Gray. With its understated elegance, this color is a perfect choice for creating a modern yet cozy ambiance in any space.

Amherst Gray for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Amherst Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Benjamin Moore HC-167 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Dark real bathrooms.

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Benjamin Moore HC-167 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Amherst Gray for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray undertones?

The undertone of Amherst Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#757670

RGB code:

117, 118, 112

Is Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray HC-167 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 70° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-167 Amherst Gray HSL code: 70, 3%, 45%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Amherst Gray

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

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Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Amherst Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 250, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and French Violet.

LRV of Amherst Gray

Amherst Gray has an LRV of 18.8% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 18.8%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#757670Copy color code
RGB Decimal117, 118, 112Copy color code
RGB Percent45.88%, 46.27%, 43.92%Copy color code
HSVHue: 70° Saturation: 5.08% Value: 46.27%Copy color code
HSLhsl(70, 3, 45)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.85 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.08 Key: 53.73Copy color code
YIQY: 117.017 I: 1.332 Q: -2.079Copy color code
XYZX: 16.739 Y: 17.909 Z: 17.9Copy color code
CIE LabL:49.385 a:-1.571 b:3.171Copy color code
CIE LuvL:49.385 u:-0.241 v:4.507Copy color code
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Hunter Lab42.319, -3.455, 4.545Copy color code
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