Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray HC-96

Official color page:Richmond Gray HC-96
Color code:HC-96
Color name:Richmond Gray
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray?

Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray, with its warm and inviting tones, exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This versatile shade (HC-96) beautifully complements both modern and traditional interiors, creating a soothing and harmonious atmosphere. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and dining spaces, Richmond Gray adds a touch of refined luxury while perfectly blending with a variety of decor styles. Embrace the understated beauty of this color to transform any room into a sophisticated sanctuary that radiates charm and sophistication.

What are Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray undertones?

Yellow is Benjamin Moore Richmond 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:

#CEC7AA

RGB code:

206, 199, 170

Is Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray HC-96 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 48° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

HC-96 Richmond Gray HSL code: 48, 27%, 74%

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.

  • Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

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 Richmond 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

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Richmond Gray HC-96 vs Crisp Khaki 234

Unsure what shade you should go with? We'll compare the two to help you find the perfect shade for your room.

Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray HC-96 vs Benjamin Moore Crisp Khaki 234Open Richmond Gray HC-96
LRV: 56.13%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 54.6%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm

Richmond Gray HC-96 vs Bleeker Beige HC-80

Are you struggling to choose between these two hues for your next project? Our comparison will help you choose the ideal color for your space.

Benjamin Moore Richmond Gray HC-96 vs Benjamin Moore Bleeker Beige HC-80Open Richmond Gray HC-96
LRV: 56.13%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 51.66%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm