Smokestack Gray
With a focus on versatile tones, Smokestack Gray (2131-40) is a standout Gray in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 15 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#728287
LRV
22.78
Smokestack Gray in Real Rooms
Smokestack Gray has a medium LRV of 22.78 — 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 bedroom, front door, house, living room, kitchen cabinets, mudroom, bathroom and misc.
2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Smokestack Gray is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray bedroom paint
@americanopaint
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray bedroom interior
@randyll1004
1 Front Door Photo
There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Smokestack Gray. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray front door color
@rethinkdesignstudio
3 House Photos
On the exterior, Smokestack Gray holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray exterior paint
@tjspaintingcompany
Smokestack Gray exterior color review
@tjspaintingcompany
Smokestack Gray exterior color
@tjspaintingcompany
3 Living Room Photos
Smokestack Gray works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Benjamin Moore 2131-40 living room paint
@primecoatpainting
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray hallway
@nestdesignco
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray hallway paint
@nestdesignco
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
Smokestack Gray on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray kitchen cabinets
@unitedcabinets
1 Mudroom Photo
In a mudroom, Smokestack Gray provides a clean "reset" as you enter the home. It's a palette cleanser that helps you leave the stress of the outside world at the door, creating a transition zone that is both functional and beautiful.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray laundry room color
@nestdesignco
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Smokestack Gray can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray bathroom paint
@americanopaint
3 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Smokestack Gray on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray accent wall color
@sussexpaintersdecorators
Benjamin Moore 2131-40 accent wall paint
@sussexpaintersdecorators
Benjamin Moore Smokestack Gray children's room paint
@heatherjohansendesign
