What is the HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray?

The exact hexadecimal code for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray (OC-23) is #E3E1D7. Its sRGB values are R: 227, G: 225, B: 215.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Classic Gray?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Benjamin Moore Classic Gray is 73.7. This makes it a light, luminous color that bounces significant natural light.

What is the best cheap dupe for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray?

The best budget match for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray is Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) with a 92.4% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 2.07), saving $12 per gallon.

What undertones does Classic Gray have?

Benjamin Moore Classic Gray features Ultra-Light Greige, Soft Taupe, Subtle Pink-Violet undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

Benjamin MooreCode: OC-23Grays & Greiges

Classic Gray

A delicate, featherlight pale greige that reads as a soft, cloudy white on walls while maintaining contrast against crisp white trim.

Dominant Undertones:

Ultra-Light GreigeSoft TaupeSubtle Pink-Violet

Est. Price: $94/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

73.7/ 100

Max Dupe Savings

$50/gal

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Classic Gray

HEX: #E3E1D7 • LRV: 73.7

⚡ Side-by-Side:Classic Gray vs Alabaster Dupe

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🛋️ Interactive Room VisualizerLive Simulation

See Classic Gray on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.

Classic Gray#E3E1D7

🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#E3E1D7

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

227, 225, 215

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

73.7%

Reflects Light

HSL

50°, 18%, 87%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,1,5,11

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

premium

$94/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Classic Gray

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

💸 Potential Whole-House Savings:$500 (10 gal)

#1Sherwin-Williams Alternative

92.4% Match

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Alabaster

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7008)

$82/gal

💰 Saves $12 per gallon

13% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.07

LRV Comparison:73.7 vs 82

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#2Sherwin-Williams Alternative

92.3% Match

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Drift of Mist

Sherwin-Williams (SW 9166)

$82/gal

💰 Saves $12 per gallon

13% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.09

LRV Comparison:73.7 vs 69

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#3Valspar Alternative

91.1% Match

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Swiss Coffee

Valspar (7002-16)

$44/gal

💰 Saves $50 per gallon

53% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.36

LRV Comparison:73.7 vs 82

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Lowe's

#4Sherwin-Williams Alternative

91% Match

Classic Gray

Benjamin Moore

$94/gal

DUPE

Shoji White

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7042)

$82/gal

💰 Saves $12 per gallon

13% Cheaper

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.39

LRV Comparison:73.7 vs 74

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

Classic Gray Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Alabaster	SW 7008	92.4%	2.07	$82	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Ammonite	No. 274	91%	2.4	$145	View Specs
Behr	Silver Drop	790E-2	90.6%	2.48	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Shiplap	JG-01	83.9%	3.82	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Swiss Coffee	7002-16	91.1%	2.36	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Classic Gray

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Classic Gray in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Classic Gray

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Benjamin Moore Classic Gray?

The official hexadecimal color code is #E3E1D7. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 227, Green: 225, Blue: 215.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Classic Gray?

Classic Gray has an LRV of 73.7. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Classic Gray?

The closest budget alternative is Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008), scoring a 92.4% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $12 per gallon.