The Perfect Grey
Finding the perfect Benjamin Moore grey paint colour is a lot like finding the perfect pair of jeans.
You know what you're looking for, but it's hard to find. You've got to try on a few different pairs before you find the one that fits just right.
Luckily, we've done all the trying-on for you! We've got over 100 greys just waiting for you to come and try them on. You'll be able to narrow down your options based on which ones are warm or cool, as well as what kind of mood you're in: is it modern or traditional? Are you looking for something bright and bold, or soft and subtle? Are you feeling sassy today? Are you feeling like lounging around in your PJs all day?
Benjamin Moore has got all these shades represented, so whether it's an evening out with friends or an early morning pick-me-up to stop you feeling blue, we've got something that will match your mood just right!
In this blog we’ll run through our most popular warm and cool greys, from the palest to the deepest, to help set you on your way to finding your perfect shade!
Warmer greys, much like warm whites, tend to have a red or yellow undertone.
Most popular warm greys
Benjamin Moore Barren Plain 2111-60
Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC-172
Benjamin Moore Rockport Gray HC-105
Benjamin Moore Chelsea Gray HC-168
The above colours are referred to as ‘greige’ colours. What are ‘greige’ colours?! They are a combination of grey and beige! Great for moving in to the greys from beige without having to completely restyle your home.
The most popular grey overall remains to be Revere Pewter HC-172, and has been for several years. It coordinates well with greys found in natural materials like concrete, pebbles and weathered timber.
Most popular cool greys
Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray HC-170
Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray HC-169
Benjamin Moore Silver Half Dollar 2121-40
The most popular cool grey, and second in line to the most popular grey title behind Revere Pewter HC-172, is the cool grey Stonington Gray HC-170.
Its flexibility makes it the ideal colour to compliment dark flooring, or really make white trim pop, without making a room feel cold or industrial. It’s the go to grey when you’re looking for a solid grey, not an off white, but not too dreary.
As always when choosing a new colour, make sure you sample it first. Nothing worse than painting a wall or room only to step back and not love the colour!
So go on, try it on!