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Chelsea Gray

Often used for its versatile qualities, Chelsea Gray remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. Use our expert data below to help you visualize this color in your home.

Hex

#86847C

LRV

23.33

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Light Reflectance Value
23.33
Dark
TemperatureNeutral
Tone
CalmingMoodyTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Coordinating Colors

Chelsea Gray
Sanctuary
Chelsea Gray vs Sanctuary
Chelsea Gray
Sanctuary
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Sanctuary
AF-620 · LRV 42

Sanctuary reflects far more light (LRV 42 vs 23), opening up a space where Chelsea Gray encloses it.

Angelica
Chelsea Gray
Angelica vs Chelsea Gray
Angelica
Chelsea Gray
Benjamin Moore
Angelica
AF-665 · LRV 62
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23

At LRV 62 vs 23, Angelica is decisively the brighter choice.

Chelsea Gray
Concord Ivory
Chelsea Gray vs Concord Ivory
Chelsea Gray
Concord Ivory
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Concord Ivory
HC-12 · LRV 60

At LRV 60 vs 23, Concord Ivory is decisively the brighter choice.

Chelsea Gray
Lemon Chiffon
Chelsea Gray vs Lemon Chiffon
Chelsea Gray
Lemon Chiffon
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Lemon Chiffon
OC-109 · LRV 86

Lemon Chiffon reflects far more light (LRV 86 vs 23), opening up a space where Chelsea Gray encloses it.

Similar Colors

Chelsea Gray
Secret
Chelsea Gray vs Secret
Chelsea Gray
Secret
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Secret
AF-710 · LRV 26

With LRVs of 26 and 23, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Chelsea Gray
Squirrel Tail
Chelsea Gray vs Squirrel Tail
Chelsea Gray
Squirrel Tail
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Squirrel Tail
1476 · LRV 25

With LRVs of 25 and 23, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Chelsea Gray
Eagle Rock
Chelsea Gray vs Eagle Rock
Chelsea Gray
Eagle Rock
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Eagle Rock
1469 · LRV 24

With LRVs of 24 and 23, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Chelsea Gray
Dolphin
Chelsea Gray vs Dolphin
Chelsea Gray
Dolphin
Benjamin Moore
Chelsea Gray
HC-168 · LRV 23
Benjamin Moore
Dolphin
AF-715 · LRV 24

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 24 vs 23), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Color Codes

HEX#86847C
RGB134, 132, 124
HSL48° 4% 51%
CMYK0 1 7 47
CIE LabL: 55.1 a: -0.8 b: 4.6
XYZX: 0.22 Y: 0.23 Z: 0.22