Oxford Gray
Oxford Gray is a versatile Gray from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 14 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#8290A0
LRV
28.78
Oxford Gray in Real Rooms
Oxford Gray has a medium LRV of 28.78 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, bedroom, kitchen cabinets, misc and mudroom.
4 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Oxford 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.
Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray bathroom color
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Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray bathroom color
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Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray bathroom interior
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Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray bathroom paint
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1 Bedroom Photo
Lighting is key in a bedroom, and Oxford Gray reacts beautifully to dimmers. As you lower the lights for sleep, the color takes on a velvet-like quality, losing its daytime crispness in favor of a smoky, mysterious depth that is incredibly conducive to relaxation.
Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray bedroom paint
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
The way Oxford Gray interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray kitchen cabinets color
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7 Misc Photos
Note how Oxford Gray is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray wall paint makeover
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1 Mudroom Photo
In a laundry/mudroom combo, Oxford Gray adds a touch of luxury to a space that is usually purely functional. It makes the chores feel a little less like work by surrounding you with a color that is sophisticated and calming.
Benjamin Moore Oxford Gray laundry room
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