
Puritan Gray
Often used for its versatile qualities, Puritan Gray remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 11 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#979F9B
LRV
34.29
Puritan Gray in Real Rooms
Puritan Gray has a medium LRV of 34.29 — 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 kitchen cabinets, house, bathroom, misc and living room.
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Cabinet color commits in a way wall color doesn't — it reads from every angle and dominates the room's material palette. Puritan Gray earns that commitment. It pairs with hardware in brass, matte black, or unlacquered bronze without fighting any of them.

Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray kitchen cabinets review
@peachandpineinteriors

Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray kitchen cabinets color
@peachandpineinteriors

Puritan Gray Kitchen Cabinets
@laurenwodickainteriors
2 House Photos
Puritan Gray on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.

Bm Puritan Gray Exterior
@customconstructionservices

Hc-164 Door
@matthewdoughertyarchitect
2 Bathroom Photos
Puritan Gray is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.

Puritan Gray Bathroom
@hardinginteriors

Hc-164 Bathroom
@tracythetradie
3 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Puritan Gray adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Puritan Gray Painted Storage
@marco_paints_perfection_htx

Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray Painted Storage
@fuchsiadesign

Benjamin Moore Puritan Gray Wall Paint
@wailey.balton
1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Puritan Gray acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Hc-164 Living Room
@mary_hudesign







