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Millstone Gray

We've categorized Millstone Gray as a genuinely dark Neutral because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#6A716A

LRV

16.96

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Light Reflectance Value
16.96
Dark
TemperatureNeutral
Tone
Rich
UseInterior & Exterior

Millstone Gray in Real Rooms

Millstone Gray has a low LRV of 16.96 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a house, living room, bedroom, kitchen cabinets and misc.

1 House Photo

The way Millstone Gray interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.

Benjamin Moore Millstone Gray exterior color

House exterior finished in Millstone Gray offers timeless, understated curb appeal.

@herbertpainting

1 Living Room Photo

There is a specific "glow" that Millstone Gray takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Bm Millstone Gray Living Room

Living room walls in Millstone Gray create a peaceful, sophisticated retreat.

@justcallmehomegirl

5 Bedroom Photos

There's a rhythmic quality to Millstone Gray in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.

Millstone Gray Bedroom Paint

Bedroom walls in Millstone Gray establish a restful, serene sleeping environment.

@lindseypedey

Bedroom Wall

Soft gray walls bring quiet elegance and tranquility to this bedroom space.

@lindseypedey

Bm Millstone Gray Bedroom Review

Bedroom painted in Millstone Gray delivers soothing color that promotes relaxation.

@novelinteriors

Bm Millstone Gray Bedroom

Walls throughout the bedroom in Millstone Gray create a cohesive, calming scheme.

@novelinteriors

Bm Millstone Gray Bedroom Accent Wall

An accent wall in Millstone Gray adds subtle depth and visual interest.

@novelinteriors

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

On kitchen cabinets, Millstone Gray adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

1581 Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets in Millstone Gray pair beautifully with light countertops and hardware.

@browninteriorsinc

2 Misc Photos

Millstone Gray shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

Benjamin Moore Millstone Gray cozy painted furniture color

Painted furniture in Millstone Gray brings warmth and character to any room.

@popsalvage

1581 Ceiling

Ceiling painted in Millstone Gray creates an unexpected design moment overhead.

@thecolorconcierge

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Color Codes

HEX#6A716A
RGB106, 113, 106
HSL120° 3% 43%
CMYK6 0 6 56
CIE LabL: 46.9 a: -4.1 b: 3.0
XYZX: 0.14 Y: 0.16 Z: 0.16