Templeton Gray
With a focus on versatile tones, Templeton Gray (HC-161) 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 19 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#778686
LRV
23.90
Templeton Gray in Real Rooms
Templeton Gray has a medium LRV of 23.9 — 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 living room, kitchen cabinets, bedroom, bathroom, home office and misc.
2 Living Room Photos
Templeton 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 HC-161 living room color
@expatmomma
Benjamin Moore Templeton Gray living room interior
@robinsonspaintwallpaper
6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Templeton 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 HC-161 kitchen cabinets paint review
@kateandcompanyinteriors
4 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Templeton Gray suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Templeton Gray bedroom paint review
@ferrazartisans
Templeton Gray bedroom color review
@ferrazartisans
Templeton Gray bedroom
@ferrazartisans
Benjamin Moore Templeton Gray bedroom
@groen.house
2 Bathroom Photos
In a powder room, Templeton 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 Templeton Gray bathroom paint
@busybee.painter
Benjamin Moore Templeton Gray bathroom review
@busybee.painter
1 Home Office Photo
Templeton Gray works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
Templeton Gray home office
@ourctmodernfarmhouse
4 Misc Photos
These examples of Templeton 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.
Benjamin Moore HC-161 painted storage review
@athomewithat
Benjamin Moore HC-161 kids' room paint
@she_finds_a_home
Benjamin Moore Templeton Gray painted storage paint
@marylandcarpentry
Benjamin Moore Templeton Gray painted storage
@marylandcarpentry
