Crownsville Gray
Often used for its versatile qualities, Crownsville 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. We've gathered 9 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#867F69
LRV
21.96
Crownsville Gray in Real Rooms
Crownsville Gray has a medium LRV of 21.96 — 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 house, bathroom and misc.
3 House Photos
In suburban environments, Crownsville Gray provides a sophisticated point of difference. It stands out from the sea of beige and grey without being "that house" that's too loud. It's the subtle, high-end choice that improves the curb appeal of the entire block.
Board-and-batten siding in Crownsville Gray gives this house exterior classic New England appeal.
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The exterior sheathing in Crownsville Gray complements traditional architectural details beautifully.
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Horizontal clapboard siding painted Crownsville Gray creates timeless curb appeal.
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4 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Crownsville Gray and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Tile backsplash and vanity surround glow softly in Crownsville Gray.
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Bathroom walls wrapped in Crownsville Gray create a serene, spa-like atmosphere.
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Shiplap wainscoting painted in Crownsville Gray adds subtle depth to this bathroom.
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Mirror frame and cabinetry blend seamlessly with Crownsville Gray walls.
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2 Misc Photos
These examples of Crownsville Gray in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Dresser drawers painted in Crownsville Gray anchor this bedroom corner.
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Wall painted in Crownsville Gray provides a calming backdrop for furniture.
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 76 vs 22, China White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 65 vs 22, Gray Owl is decisively the brighter choice.
White Wisp reflects far more light (LRV 78 vs 22), opening up a space where Crownsville Gray encloses it.
Brookline Beige reflects far more light (LRV 40 vs 22), opening up a space where Crownsville Gray encloses it.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 22 and 21, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 24 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 22 vs 20), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 23 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
With LRVs of 24 and 22, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
At LRV 22 vs 9, Crownsville Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
A 12-point LRV gap (34 vs 22) makes Coastline the marginally brighter of the two.
Comet reflects far more light (LRV 36 vs 22), opening up a space where Crownsville Gray encloses it.
A 8-point LRV gap (22 vs 14) makes Crownsville Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
A 10-point LRV gap (22 vs 12) makes Crownsville Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
Crownsville Gray reflects far more light (LRV 22 vs 8), opening up a space where Hale Navy encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 22 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 25 vs 22), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 22 and 21, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 22 and 21, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 22 and 22, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Darker Colors
Crownsville Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 22 vs 16), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 10-point LRV gap (22 vs 12) makes Crownsville Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 22 and 19, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
At LRV 22 vs 10, Crownsville Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
Crownsville Gray reflects far more light (LRV 22 vs 10), opening up a space where Dakota Woods Green encloses it.