Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray HC-162

Official page:Brewster Gray HC-162
Code:HC-162
Name:Brewster Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray?

Step into a sophisticated space with walls painted in Benjamin Moore's HC-162 Brewster Gray. This timeless shade effortlessly pairs with soft neutrals like off-white (OC-22) and warm taupes such as HC-173 Edgecomb Gray. For a bold contrast, consider accents in deep navy (2063-10) or rich maroon (2082-10) to complement Brewster Gray's depth and versatility. Whether you're going for a classic look or a modern twist, this color serves as the perfect backdrop for any design style. Elevate your interior with the understated elegance of Brewster Gray and create a welcoming atmosphere that exudes refined charm.

Brewster 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 cool Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Brewster Gray for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space

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Benjamin Moore HC-162 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Mid-tone real bathrooms.

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Benjamin Moore HC-162 on kitchen cabinets

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

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Brewster 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 cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray reviews

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What are Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray undertones?

The undertone of Brewster Gray can be accurately described as a Blue 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:

#8A9696

RGB code:

138, 150, 150

Is Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray HC-162 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 180° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-162 Brewster Gray HSL code: 180, 5%, 56%

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.

  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
  • Cool 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 mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Brewster 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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Brewster 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

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 Brewster Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 0, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.

LRV of Brewster Gray

Brewster Gray has an LRV of 29.97% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 29.97%, 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#8A9696Copy color code
RGB Decimal138, 150, 150Copy color code
RGB Percent54.12%, 58.82%, 58.82%Copy color code
HSVHue: 180° Saturation: 8.0% Value: 58.82%Copy color code
HSLhsl(180, 5, 56)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 8.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 41.18Copy color code
YIQY: 146.412 I: -7.151 Q: -2.538Copy color code
XYZX: 26.891 Y: 29.418 Z: 33.107Copy color code
CIE LabL:61.148 a:-4.295 b:-1.474Copy color code
CIE LuvL:61.148 u:-6.592 v:-1.417Copy color code
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Hunter Lab54.238, -6.417, 1.775Copy color code
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