Color spec
| Brand | Benjamin Moore |
| Name | Wedgewood Gray |
| SKU | HC-146 |
| Hex | #A2B6BC |
| RGB | 162, 182, 188 |
| HSL | 194°, 16%, 69% |
| LRV | 41 |
| Undertone | cool blue-green tone |
| Family | Gray |
About Benjamin Moore Wedgewood Gray
Wedgewood Gray (HC-146) is a soft blue-gray. Its hue sits at 194 degrees, which is the blue-green part of the wheel, but the saturation is low at 16 percent, so it reads as a quiet muted color rather than a true blue. With an LRV of 41, it lands in the middle of the light range: not pale, not dark, deep enough to hold color on a wall without shrinking a room.
It is one of Benjamin Moore's most-used colors for coastal bathrooms and reads as a calmer, more grown-up alternative to Tiffany blue. That blend of blue and gray is why it works in so many homes.
It suits people who want a wall with actual color but not a bold one. Think traditional and coastal homes, bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens where you want a spa-like calm without going fully saturated.
Closest matches by brand
18 brands within ΔE 5The closest matches per brand by ΔE2000, computed against each brand's full deck. Only colors within ΔE 5 (close enough to substitute on a wall) are shown — brands with no real match are left off. Tap any swatch for its full single-color spec; tap the brand title to browse all gray from that brand.
Sherwin-Williams
Behr
Valspar
PPG / Glidden
Glidden
Dutch Boy
HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams
Dunn-Edwards
Magnolia Home
Diamond Vogel
Hirshfield's
Rodda
C2 Paint
Clare
Portola Paints
Annie Sloan
Backdrop
Kompozit
Similar Benjamin Moore colors
closest in the Benjamin Moore deckThe nearest shades to Wedgewood Gray within Benjamin Moore's own range, ranked by perceptual color distance — useful when you want the same look a touch lighter, darker, or warmer.
Coordinated palette
Generated by hue-rotating #A2B6BC in HSL space. Pair Wedgewood Gray with one accent and one neutral — the swatches below are starting points, not final picks.
Accessibility (WCAG contrast)
WCAG 2.1: AA = 4.5:1 normal text · AA Large = 3:1 large text · AAA = 7:1 normal text.
Benjamin Moore Wedgewood Gray Equivalents at Other Brands
Matching Wedgewood Gray from a different paint counter? Below is the single closest color in each major US deck and how close it really is. Remember that any paint store can also custom-tint Benjamin Moore HC-146 directly — these equivalents are for when you'd rather stay inside one brand's own deck.
Sherwin-Williams Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
The closest Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Wedgewood Gray is Languid Blue (SW 6226). At ΔE 0.49 the two are indistinguishable on a wall — it carries the same cool blue-green undertone and runs slightly lighter (LRV 46 vs 41). If Sherwin-Williams is your counter, order Languid Blue and you'll get the same color. See the full Languid Blue swatch →
Behr Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
Behr's nearest match is Bay View (ECC-22-2), visually identical in normal room light (ΔE 1.69). It runs slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone, so it substitutes for Wedgewood Gray without repainting risk. See the full Bay View swatch →
Valspar Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
The closest Valspar equivalent of Wedgewood Gray is Artisan Blue (M228). At ΔE 0.49 the two are indistinguishable on a wall — it carries the same cool blue-green undertone and runs slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41). If Valspar is your counter, order Artisan Blue and you'll get the same color. See the full Artisan Blue swatch →
PPG / Glidden Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
PPG / Glidden's nearest match is Blue By You (PPG1035-3), visually identical in normal room light (ΔE 1.88). It runs slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone, so it substitutes for Wedgewood Gray without repainting risk. See the full Blue By You swatch →
Glidden Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
At Glidden, the closest color to Wedgewood Gray is Blue By You (PPG1035-3) — very close at ΔE 2.11, though not an exact twin. It runs slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone; sample both side by side if the room gets strong natural light. See the full Blue By You swatch →
Dutch Boy Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
The closest Dutch Boy equivalent of Wedgewood Gray is Tempest Wind (431-2DB). At ΔE 0.49 the two are indistinguishable on a wall — it carries the same cool blue-green undertone and runs slightly lighter (LRV 46 vs 41). If Dutch Boy is your counter, order Tempest Wind and you'll get the same color. See the full Tempest Wind swatch →
HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
The closest HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Wedgewood Gray is Falkland Blue (HGSW 3316). At ΔE 0.49 the two are indistinguishable on a wall — it carries the same cool blue-green undertone and runs slightly lighter (LRV 46 vs 41). If HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams is your counter, order Falkland Blue and you'll get the same color. See the full Falkland Blue swatch →
Dunn-Edwards Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
At Dunn-Edwards, the closest color to Wedgewood Gray is Marine Layer (DET599) — very close at ΔE 2.25, though not an exact twin. It runs slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone; sample both side by side if the room gets strong natural light. See the full Marine Layer swatch →
Magnolia Home Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
Magnolia Home has no exact twin of Wedgewood Gray. The nearest is Rainy Days (JG-01) at ΔE 4.05 — close, but the difference shows next to trim and in side light. It runs slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41). Compare large swatches before substituting. See the full Rainy Days swatch →
Diamond Vogel Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
At Diamond Vogel, the closest color to Wedgewood Gray is In the Blue (0504) — very close at ΔE 2.89, though not an exact twin. It runs slightly lighter (LRV 43 vs 41) and carries a cool blue undertone; sample both side by side if the room gets strong natural light. See the full In the Blue swatch →
Rodda Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
Rodda has no exact twin of Wedgewood Gray. The nearest is Patina (CA190) at ΔE 4.06 — close, but the difference shows next to trim and in side light. It runs slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 41). Compare large swatches before substituting. See the full Patina swatch →
C2 Paint Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
C2 Paint's nearest match is Well Water (BD18), visually identical in normal room light (ΔE 1.76). It runs slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone, so it substitutes for Wedgewood Gray without repainting risk. See the full Well Water swatch →
Portola Paints Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
At Portola Paints, the closest color to Wedgewood Gray is Costa (COSTA) — very close at ΔE 3.26, though not an exact twin. It runs noticeably lighter (LRV 49 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone; sample both side by side if the room gets strong natural light. See the full Costa swatch →
Backdrop Equivalent of Wedgewood Gray
Backdrop's nearest match is Underdog (BD-UD), visually identical in normal room light (ΔE 1.1). It sits at the same lightness (LRV 41 vs 41) and carries a cool blue-green undertone, so it substitutes for Wedgewood Gray without repainting risk. See the full Underdog swatch →
Wedgewood Gray Color Guide
Wedgewood Gray Undertones
Wedgewood Gray leans blue with a touch of green behind it. The hue reading of 194 degrees places it right where blue meets teal, but because the saturation is only 16 percent, this is a muted lean and not a punchy blue. In some rooms it will read almost gray; in others the blue steps forward.
The blue shows most on large wall areas, in bright daylight, and next to true neutrals or crisp whites, which make the color look bluer by contrast. The green side tends to surface under warm bulbs or next to warm woods and beiges.
To judge it honestly, tape a large sample next to a plain white and a warm greige. If it looks distinctly blue against both, your light is cool. If it grays out, your light is warm. Always test on more than one wall before you commit.
How Lighting Changes Wedgewood Gray
With an LRV of 41, Wedgewood Gray reflects a moderate amount of light, so lighting swings it more than a pale color would. In north-facing rooms, where the light is cool and soft, it looks bluer, grayer, and a little cooler, which can feel crisp or slightly chilly. In south-facing rooms with strong warm light, the blue softens and the color feels more balanced and inviting.
East light in the morning pushes it cool and clear, then it settles as the day moves on. West rooms stay muted early and warm up in the afternoon, which flatters it.
Bulb choice matters just as much. Warm bulbs around 2700K calm the blue and pull out the faint green. Cool daylight bulbs above 4000K make it read bluer and more gray. In a windowless bath, your bulb effectively sets the final color.
Best Rooms and Uses for Wedgewood Gray
At an LRV of 41, Wedgewood Gray is a versatile mid-tone that works as a full wall color without darkening a room the way a deep shade would. It is a natural fit for bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens, where its calm blue-gray reads as spa-like and restful. It also works well in a home office or a laundry room that needs a bit of color.
On cabinets it is a strong choice, especially in a bathroom vanity or a kitchen island, where the mid LRV gives depth against white counters and walls. It holds up outside too, on shingle-style and coastal exteriors and on a front door, where it reads as soft and traditional rather than loud.
Because it carries real color, keep trim in a clean white rather than painting trim the same shade, so the walls have something crisp to sit against.
Colors That Go With Wedgewood Gray
For trim and ceilings, a bright white keeps the blue looking clean. Chantilly Lace (OC-65) at LRV 92 is the crispest option, while White Dove (OC-17) at LRV 85 is a softer white that reads warm and gentle against the blue-gray. Either gives you the contrast the walls need.
For a second wall color or a coordinating neutral, Revere Pewter (HC-172) at LRV 56 bridges the blue to warmer wood tones and works well in an open plan. Palladian Blue (HC-144) at LRV 53 is a lighter, greener partner if you want a related coastal color in an adjoining room.
For accents and depth, Hale Navy (HC-154) at LRV 6 is an excellent dark blue for a vanity, a door, or a built-in, tying back to the blue in Wedgewood Gray. Natural oak or walnut and brushed nickel or matte black hardware all sit comfortably with this palette.
Wedgewood Gray vs Similar Colors
Buxton Blue (HC-149) at LRV 45 is Wedgewood Gray's closest sibling in the Historical Collection. It is slightly lighter and reads a touch more clearly blue-green, so choose it when you want a bit more air and a hair more color. Wedgewood Gray is the more restrained, grayer of the two.
Santorini Blue (1634) at LRV 45 is also lighter and leans a little cleaner and cooler. In a dim bath it can feel more openly blue, while Wedgewood Gray stays quieter and more gray in the same light.
Exhale (AF-515) at LRV 46 is another close, slightly lighter blue-gray with a soft feel. If your room is on the dark side and you want to keep some depth, Wedgewood Gray at LRV 41 is the better pick; if you want the walls to feel lighter and more open, the LRV 45 to 46 options edge ahead.
Benjamin Moore Wedgewood Gray — frequently asked questions
Is Wedgewood Gray warm or cool?+
It is a cool color. The hue reading of 194 degrees puts it in the blue-green range, so it leans cool overall. That said, the saturation is low at 16 percent, so it is a muted, soft cool rather than a bright one. Under warm bulbs or next to warm woods it can look more balanced and less chilly.
Is Wedgewood Gray more blue or more gray?+
It is genuinely both, which is why the name pairs the two. With only 16 percent saturation it stays muted, so in warm light or small doses it can read almost gray, while on large walls and in cool daylight the blue clearly steps forward. Sample it in your own room to see which side wins in your light.
What trim white goes with Wedgewood Gray?+
A clean bright white works best. Chantilly Lace (OC-65), at LRV 92, is the crispest choice and keeps the blue looking fresh. If you prefer a softer, slightly warmer trim, White Dove (OC-17) at LRV 85 is a gentle option. Either gives the walls the contrast they need so the color reads clearly.
Does Wedgewood Gray work on cabinets and exteriors?+
Yes to both. Its mid LRV of 41 gives cabinets real depth against white walls and counters, making it a good bathroom vanity or kitchen island color. Outside it suits shingle-style and coastal homes and front doors, where it reads soft and traditional rather than loud. Test large samples outdoors, since daylight makes the blue read stronger.
What does an LRV of 41 mean for Wedgewood Gray?+
LRV measures how much light a color reflects, from 0 for black to 100 for pure white. At 41, Wedgewood Gray sits in the middle, so it holds visible color on the wall without making a room feel dark. It is deep enough to feel substantial yet light enough to use on all four walls in a room with decent daylight.
How is Wedgewood Gray different from Buxton Blue?+
Buxton Blue (HC-149) has an LRV of 45, so it is slightly lighter than Wedgewood Gray at 41, and it reads a touch more clearly blue-green. Wedgewood Gray is the more restrained and grayer of the two. Choose Buxton Blue for a bit more air and color, and Wedgewood Gray when you want the quieter, more neutral option.