Amherst Gray BM HC-167

Amherst Gray LRV and undertone

Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray (HC-167) has an LRV of 18.8, placing it in the dark range. Light reflectance value indicates how much visible light a painted surface reflects. At this low level, a painted wall reflects considerably less light than a light neutral, so it can create stronger contrast with pale trim and nearby surfaces. Its calculated color family is gray, with a subtle green undertone. The supplied hex value is #757670. The undertone is subtle, so evaluate it in context rather than assuming the color will look distinctly green in every room.

Dark paint can look different depending on the amount and direction of daylight. North-facing light tends to be cooler, while south-facing light is generally warmer and may change the balance of gray and green. In a room with limited daylight, consider testing the paint on more than one wall. Pale trim can provide a clear edge, while darker trim can reduce the contrast. Compare the sample with flooring and furnishings before selecting a finish, since nearby colors can influence perceived undertones.

Amherst Gray in other brands

Sherwin-Williams Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019) is the closest listed alternative, with an LRV of 17.0 and a ΔE of 3.7. This indicates a close but visible difference when the colors are compared directly. Sherwin-Williams Cityscape (SW 7067) has an LRV of 22.0 and a ΔE of 4.6, so the overall similarity is more limited. Valspar Almost Charcoal (4008-2B) has an LRV of 15.93 and a ΔE of 4.8, making it another broadly similar dark option.

Valspar Warm Eucalyptus (8004-28F) has an LRV of 21.0 and a ΔE of 5.5. PPG Knight’s Armor (PPG1001-6) has an LRV of 11.0 and a ΔE of 10.0. A ΔE over 4 indicates that colors are only similar rather than close matches. These alternatives vary in light reflectance as well as measured color difference, so use actual samples to decide whether the shift suits the room.

Lighter and darker Benjamin Moore alternatives

Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray (HC-168) has an LRV of 23.33, making it lighter than Amherst Gray. Its ΔE of 5.9 indicates that the colors are only similar overall.

For a darker alternative, Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal (HC-166) has an LRV of 14.61 and a ΔE of 6.3. It reflects less light, although the measured color difference remains noticeable. Benjamin Moore Iron Mountain (2134-30), with an LRV of 10.96 and a ΔE of 12.4, is darker still and only similar by color difference. Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron (2124-10) has an LRV of 8.17 and a ΔE of 16.4, making it a substantially different, deeper option. Sample these colors alongside the room’s trim to judge the resulting contrast.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Benjamin Moore’s page for Amherst Gray.