Benjamin Moore Gray Lake 2138-70

Official color page:Gray Lake 2138-70
Color code:2138-70
Color name:Gray Lake
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Gray Lake?

Gray Lake (Benjamin Moore 2138-70) is a sophisticated and versatile color that effortlessly pairs well with a variety of other shades. This serene hue can be beautifully complemented by soft blush, dusty rose, or muted navy tones to create a calming and elegant space. Consider adding accents in warm neutrals such as taupe, beige, or charcoal to enhance the soothing ambiance of Gray Lake throughout your interior. Embrace the timeless appeal of this paint color by combining it with light greens or hints of terracotta for a fresh and modern aesthetic.

What are Benjamin Moore Gray Lake undertones?

Green is Benjamin Moore Gray Lake undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#E4E8E2

RGB code:

228, 232, 226

Is Benjamin Moore Gray Lake 2138-70 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 100° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2138-70 Gray Lake HSL code: 100, 12%, 90%

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

  • Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Green undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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 Gray Lake:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Color comparison

Gray Lake 2138-70 vs American White 2112-70

Let's highlight the differences and help you select the ideal hue for your space.

Benjamin Moore Gray Lake 2138-70 vs Benjamin Moore American White 2112-70Open Gray Lake 2138-70
LRV: 78.79%
Off-White color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 74.46%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm

Gray Lake 2138-70 vs Paper Doll CSP-485

Can't decide between these gorgeous hues? We've got you covered with a comparison.

Benjamin Moore Gray Lake 2138-70 vs Benjamin Moore Paper Doll CSP-485Open Gray Lake 2138-70
LRV: 78.79%
Off-White color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 79.52%
Off-White color
Temperature: warm