Benjamin Moore Anchor Gray 2126-30
| Official page: | Anchor Gray 2126-30 |
| Code: | 2126-30 |
| Name: | Anchor Gray |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Anchor Gray?
Anchor Gray (2126-30) by Benjamin Moore is a timeless and sophisticated hue that brings a sense of depth and elegance to any space. This beautiful shade of gray pairs effortlessly with crisp whites for a classic look, or with blush pinks and soft blues for a more serene feel. To create a modern and chic ambiance, consider combining Anchor Gray with touches of gold or brass accents. This versatile color works well in both traditional and contemporary decor styles, making it a popular choice for interior design enthusiasts. Discover the endless possibilities of decorating with Anchor Gray (2126-30) to achieve a stylish and inviting atmosphere in your home.
Anchor Gray for bedroom (2 photos)
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Benjamin Moore 2126-30 on kitchen cabinets
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Anchor Gray for exterior
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What are Benjamin Moore Anchor Gray undertones?
Anchor Gray has a clear blue undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#5C6167
RGB code:
92, 97, 103
Is Benjamin Moore Anchor Gray 2126-30 cool or warm?
With a hue of 213°, this black leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.
2126-30 Anchor Gray HSL code: 213, 6%, 38%
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.
How light temperature affects Anchor 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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All 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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Anchor Gray:
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
2126-30
Anchor Gray
Darker shades
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 Anchor Gray with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 33, such as Benjamin Moore Night Shade and Woodcliff Lake.
LRV of Anchor Gray
Anchor Gray has an LRV of 13.57% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
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 13.57%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #5C6167 | |
| RGB Decimal | 92, 97, 103 | |
| RGB Percent | 36.08%, 38.04%, 40.39% | |
| HSV | Hue: 213° Saturation: 10.68% Value: 40.39% | |
| HSL | hsl(213, 6, 38) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 10.68 Magenta: 5.83 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 59.61 | |
| YIQ | Y: 96.189 I: -4.908 Q: 0.81 | |
| XYZ | X: 11.136 Y: 11.804 Z: 14.52 | |
| CIE Lab | L:40.903 a:-0.609 b:-4.072 | |
| CIE Luv | L:40.903 u:-2.998 v:-5.286 | |
| Decimal | 6054247 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.357, -2.268, -1.008 |
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