# Benjamin Moore Kingsport Gray

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-kingsport-gray-hc-86](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-kingsport-gray-hc-86)

Benjamin Moore Kingsport Gray HC-86 is a muted medium-depth gray with a clear warm, brown-taupe cast. Its softened, low-saturation character keeps it from reading stark, giving walls a grounded look without becoming too dark. In brighter light, the gray comes forward more noticeably, while lower or warmer lighting can emphasize its earthy beige-brown side. It suits living rooms, dining rooms, and entryways, and can also bring substance to cabinetry or an exterior trim scheme. Pair Kingsport Gray with creamy off-whites, natural oak, aged brass, charcoal accents, and textured linen or leather for a layered, material-focused palette.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Kingsport Gray
- **Color code:** HC-86
- **HEX:** #948674
- **RGB:** 148, 134, 116
- **LRV:** 25.05%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Beige, Grey, Greige
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 34° Saturation: 21.62% Value: 58.04%
- **HSL:** hsl(34, 13, 52)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.46 Yellow: 21.62 Key: 41.96
- **YIQ:** Y: 136.134 I: 14.127 Q: -2.64
- **XYZ:** X: 23.89 Y: 24.608 Z: 20.01
- **CIE Lab:** L:56.691 a:2.222 b:11.622
- **CIE Luv:** L:56.691 u:9.65 v:15.124
- **Decimal:** 9733748
- **Hunter Lab:** 49.606, -0.846, 10.809

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Curio Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/curio-gray-sw-0024)
- [Behr Light Truffle](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-light-truffle)
- [Benjamin Moore Beigewood](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-beigewood-1007)
- [Behr Bristol Beige](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bristol-beige)
- [Benjamin Moore Taupe Fedora](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-taupe-fedora-csp-260)
- [Behr Ottertail](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-ottertail)
- [Benjamin Moore Stardust](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-stardust-2108-40)
- [Behr Mocha Accent](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mocha-accent)
- [Benjamin Moore Smoky Ash](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-smoky-ash-986)
- [Behr Art District](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-art-district)
- [Benjamin Moore Cathedral Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-cathedral-gray-csp-205)
- [Behr Weathered Fossil](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-weathered-fossil)
- [Sherwin Williams Zinc Luster](https://plan-home.com/color/zinc-luster-sw-9514)
- [Sherwin Williams Sycamore Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/sycamore-tan-sw-2855)
- [Sherwin Williams Tavern Taupe](https://plan-home.com/color/tavern-taupe-sw-7508)
- [Sherwin Williams Sawdust](https://plan-home.com/color/sawdust-sw-6158)
- [Sherwin Williams Quiver Tan](https://plan-home.com/color/quiver-tan-sw-6151)
- [Benjamin Moore Wet Clay](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-wet-clay-csp-1045)
- [Sherwin Williams Teakwood](https://plan-home.com/color/teakwood-sw-9619)
- [Benjamin Moore Equestrian Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-equestrian-gray-1553)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Stardust](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-stardust-2108-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Cathedral Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-cathedral-gray-csp-205)
- [Benjamin Moore River Reflections](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-river-reflections-1552)
- [Benjamin Moore Equestrian Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-equestrian-gray-1553)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Woodcliff Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-woodcliff-lake-980)
- [Benjamin Moore Rustic Taupe](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-rustic-taupe-999)
- [Benjamin Moore Dash of Pepper](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-dash-of-pepper-1554)
- [Benjamin Moore Fairview Taupe](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-fairview-taupe-hc-85)
- [Benjamin Moore Everard Coffee](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-everard-coffee-cw-150)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-nocturnal-gray-2135-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Spruce](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-spruce-1637)
- [Benjamin Moore Normandy](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-normandy-2129-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Feather Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-feather-gray-2127-60)
- [Benjamin Moore Bachelor Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bachelor-blue-1629)
- [Benjamin Moore Chiswell Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-chiswell-blue-cw-660)
- [Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mineral-alloy-1622)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/HC-86

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.