Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray HC-160

Official color page:Knoxville Gray HC-160
Color code:HC-160
Color name:Knoxville Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray?

The rich and sophisticated Knoxville Gray by Benjamin Moore (HC-160) is a versatile hue that lends a sense of warmth and depth to any space. This deep shade pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft creams, and various shades of green to create a harmonious and inviting color palette. The contrast between Knoxville Gray (HC-160) and lighter tones adds a modern touch, while incorporating touches of natural wood tones can enhance its luxurious feel. Whether used on walls, furniture, or accent pieces, this timeless color choice brings a sense of elegance to interiors and complements a range of design styles.

Knoxville Gray for bedroom

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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 Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

Knoxville Gray for living room

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

Benjamin Moore HC-160 for bathroom

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

Benjamin Moore HC-160 on kitchen cabinets

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

Knoxville Gray for exterior

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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.

Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray reviews

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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.

What are Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray 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:

#5E6C6C

RGB code:

94, 108, 108

Is Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray HC-160 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

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

HC-160 Knoxville Gray HSL code: 180, 7%, 40%

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 Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Blue 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 Knoxville Gray:

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

Knoxville Gray HC-160 vs Jack Pine 692

Choosing between these two awesome hues? We'll break down the differences to help you find the perfect shade for your space.

Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray HC-160 vs Benjamin Moore Jack Pine 692Open Knoxville Gray HC-160
LRV: 15.68%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 16.45%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold

Knoxville Gray HC-160 vs Quarry Rock 1568

Unsure what shade is the better choice for your design? We've highlighted the differences of these two colors to help you determine which one will best suit your space.

Benjamin Moore Knoxville Gray HC-160 vs Benjamin Moore Quarry Rock 1568Open Knoxville Gray HC-160
LRV: 15.68%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 14.71%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold