Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray / Baby Fawn / HC-173

Code:HC-173
Name:Edgecomb Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray?

A go-to neutral that can refresh a space, while providing a warm, welcoming feeling. Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray is a beautiful and versatile light warm gray paint color with beige undertones. This color is perfect for creating a classic and timeless look in any interior space, including living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray is a popular choice among homeowners and interior designers due to its versatility and ability to work well with a variety of design styles. With its warm and inviting hue, Edgecomb Gray is the perfect color for creating a cozy and comfortable atmosphere in your home.

Edgecomb 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 Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Edgecomb Gray for living room

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

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Benjamin Moore HC-173 for bathroom

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

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Benjamin Moore HC-173 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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Edgecomb 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 Edgecomb 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 Edgecomb Gray undertones?

The undertone of Edgecomb Gray can be accurately described as a Red 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:

#D9D3C4

RGB code:

217, 211, 196

Is Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray HC-173 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 43° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-173 Edgecomb Gray HSL code: 43, 22%, 81%

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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • 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.
  • Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Edgecomb 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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Edgecomb 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 Edgecomb Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Benjamin Moore Bachelor Blue and Coastline.

LRV of Edgecomb Gray

Edgecomb Gray has an LRV of 63.09% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 63.09%, 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#d9d3c4Copy color code
RGB Decimal217, 211, 196Copy color code
RGB Percent85.10%, 82.75%, 76.86%Copy color code
HSVHue: 44° Saturation: 10.14% Value: 85.1%Copy color code
HSLhsl(44, 22, 81)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.76 Yellow: 10.14 Key: 14.9Copy color code
YIQY: 210.97 I: 8.717 Q: -3.71Copy color code
XYZX: 61.758 Y: 65.281 Z: 60.962Copy color code
CIE LabL:84.628 a:-0.676 b:8.657Copy color code
CIE LuvL:84.628 u:4.408 v:12.901Copy color code
Decimal14275523Copy color code
Hunter Lab80.797, -4.955, 11.823Copy color code