Benjamin Moore

Excalibur Gray

2118-50

Excalibur Gray is a cool, muted gray with noticeable violet undertones. It has an LRV of 40.95, placing it in the medium-tone range with moderate light reflectance. The violet shift becomes more apparent under warm lighting and when placed next to neutral grays.

This color works in both modern and traditional settings for walls, trim coordination, or accent use. Consider pairing it with Benjamin Moore Silver Satin, Gray Owl, Hale Navy, Breath of Fresh Air, or Wisteria to complement or contrast its purple-leaning base.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

2118-50

Collection

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Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Blue

Strength

Low

Temperature

neutral

Hue Angle

231°

Blue Family

Lightness

69%

Medium

Saturation

8%

Very Muted

LRV

41.0
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Color Position
Saturation →
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Color Codes

HEX
#A9ABB6
RGB Decimal
169, 171, 182
RGB Percent
66.3%, 67.1%, 71.4%
HSL
230.8, 8.2%, 68.8%
HSV
230.8, 7.1%, 71.4%
CMYK
7.1%, 6.0%, 0.0%, 28.6%
YIQ
171.7, -4.7, 3.0
XYZ
39.37, 40.94, 50.08
CIE Lab
70.13, 1.45, -5.88
CIE Luv
70.13, -1.73, -9.02
Hunter Lab
63.98, 1.32, -5.53
Decimal
11119542

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