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One of Benjamin Moore's historical colors, this shade balances a light and creamy neutral gray with a mushroom taupe finish.

Edgecomb Gray / Benjamin Moore HC-173

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What are people saying about this color?

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A go-to gray that's timeless with a modern edge, this earthy, organic neutral is soft and stylish, creating a setting that feels distinctly personal.

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A timeless and popular neutral, this go-to greige can be used in both modern and classic room designs.

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Edgecomb Gray / Benjamin Moore HC-173

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If you have north-facing light, you can expect Edgecomb Gray to lean a wink more into its gray base. In south-facing or warm afternoon western sunshine, it will lean a touch warmer, even looking slightly beige.

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Edgecomb Gray / Benjamin Moore HC-173

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

It could be used for an entire home to bring consistency and classic warmth.

Edgecomb Gray / Benjamin Moore HC-173

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Where could you expect to see it?

This is a more conservative choice that would feel at home with historic elements and traditional furnishings.

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Who shouldn't pick this color?

It would be hard to pull off this shade in a contemporary or bohemian space.

Edgecomb Gray / Benjamin Moore HC-173

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Any pro tips?

According to color expert Kylie M., if you find the undertones too strong in Edgecomb Gray, it could be because of your light bulbs, your afternoon light exposure, or proximity to green or cream shades. kylieminteriors.ca

What colors does it go well with?

A classic like White Dove makes a great trim color (or vice versa). "For brighter palette, Palladian Blue, Saybrook Sage, Hale Navy and Hawthorne Yellow, some of Benjamin Moore’s other most popular colors, will all coordinate nicely with it." loveremodeled.com

What's the LRV?

63.88. LRV measures the Light Reflectance Value, meaning the percentage of light (0-100) that bounces off a surface. 100 being purest white and 0 being purest black. Like other light grays, Edgecomb Gray has a pretty high LRV, meaning it reflects a pretty high amount of light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Yes.

What are some similar popular colors?

Revere Pewter, Balboa Mist, Collingwood

Edgecomb Gray

The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

What kind of spaces does it work best in?

Where could you expect to see it?

Who shouldn't pick this color?

Any pro tips?

What colors does it go well with?

What's the LRV?

Does it work as an exterior color?

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What are some similar popular colors?

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