Amherst Gray
Amherst Gray is a versatile Gray from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 31 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#757670
LRV
18.80
Amherst Gray in Real Rooms
Amherst Gray has a medium LRV of 18.8 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, bedroom, living room, front door, house, kitchen cabinets, misc and dining room.
6 Bathroom Photos
The psychology of Amherst Gray in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Bathroom walls wear Amherst Gray for a calm atmosphere.
@salemrosehome
5 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Amherst Gray really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Bedroom accent wall glows with sophisticated Amherst Gray.
@lexstyleanddesign
Bedroom walls feature Benjamin Moore's calming Amherst Gray.
@at.home.with.hilary
Master bedroom benefits from Amherst Gray's neutral warmth.
@saltedhueinteriors
Bedroom walls wrap in the subtle elegance of Amherst Gray.
@saltedhueinteriors
Walls painted in Amherst Gray create bedroom tranquility.
@lexstyleanddesign
6 Living Room Photos
Amherst Gray works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Living room walls glow with Amherst Gray's refined tone.
@sadio38
1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Amherst Gray rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
Front entrance door makes a statement in Amherst Gray.
@crazychicdesign
3 House Photos
When choosing Amherst Gray for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.
House exterior features the timeless appeal of Amherst Gray.
@proimage
Exterior walls shine with Amherst Gray's sophisticated finish.
@m_rod_painting
Home exterior displays the classic quality of Amherst Gray.
@word_of_mouth_painting
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The depth of Amherst Gray on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.
Kitchen cabinets painted in Amherst Gray anchor the design.
@sherwoodhomesllc
Cabinet fronts feature Benjamin Moore's versatile Amherst Gray.
@solleracabinets
Kitchen storage displays the neutral charm of Amherst Gray.
@anna.jones.designs
6 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Amherst Gray on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Wall paneling treatment showcases Benjamin Moore's Amherst Gray.
@shinglestylehouse
1 Dining Room Photo
Amherst Gray encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
Dining room walls glow with timeless Amherst Gray.
@thebloominghydrangea
Coordinating Colors
Vanilla Milkshake reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 19), opening up a space where Amherst Gray encloses it.
At LRV 57 vs 19, Porcelain is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 80 vs 19, Oyster is decisively the brighter choice.
Wythe Blue reflects far more light (LRV 48 vs 19), opening up a space where Amherst Gray encloses it.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 19 and 17, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 19 vs 17), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 19 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 21 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Amherst Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 19 vs 9), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 19 and 18, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Amherst Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 19 vs 7), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 65 vs 19, Iced Lavender is decisively the brighter choice.
North Cascades reflects far more light (LRV 55 vs 19), opening up a space where Amherst Gray encloses it.
At LRV 19 vs 6, Amherst Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
Nosegay reflects far more light (LRV 75 vs 19), opening up a space where Amherst Gray encloses it.
Lighter Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (23 vs 19) makes Geddy Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
Secret reads slightly lighter (LRV 26 vs 19), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 10-point LRV gap (29 vs 19) makes Storm Cloud Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
Darker Colors
With LRVs of 19 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.