Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray 1626

Official page:Gentle Gray 1626
Code:1626
Name:Gentle Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray?

Imagine a space bathed in the soothing hue of Benjamin Moore 1626 Gentle Gray - a serene and timeless choice for any interior. This versatile color effortlessly pairs with crisp whites, soft creams, and warm taupes, creating a harmonious and welcoming ambiance. Complement Gentle Gray with accents in muted blues or subtle greens for a touch of color without overpowering its gentle elegance. Whether used as a backdrop or as a statement accent, Benjamin Moore 1626 lends a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room.

What are Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray undertones?

The undertone of Gentle 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#C0CACD

RGB code:

192, 202, 205

Is Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray 1626 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 194° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1626 Gentle Gray HSL code: 194, 12%, 78%

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 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.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Gentle 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 decor, 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.

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