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Benjamin Moore Cathedral Gray

CSP-205 · #948B7D · LRV 26.2

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Studio Clay is a 98% match

Cathedral Gray (CSP-205) is a dark greige from Benjamin Moore with a moderate yellow undertone. Its LRV is about 26.2 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Studio Clay (98% match).

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LRV

26.2 · Dark

Undertone

Yellow · moderate

Temperature

Warm

Code

CSP-205

HEX

#948B7D

RGB

148, 139, 125

HSL

37°, 10%, 54%

Family

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Cathedral Gray FAQ

What undertone does Cathedral Gray have?

Cathedral Gray is a dark greige with a moderate yellow undertone. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Cathedral Gray?

Cathedral Gray has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 26.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.

What is the closest match to Cathedral Gray in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Studio Clay (SW 9172), 98%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Studio Clay (HGSW9172), 98%; Behr: Art District (MQ2-57), 98%; Dunn-Edwards: Vintage Oak (DESS41), 97%; Glidden: Winter Feather (PPG14-06), 96%; Valspar: Artichoke (6003-2A), 95%; PPG: Meander (PPG1029-5), 95%; Farrow & Ball: Mouse's Back (No. 40), 93%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Cathedral Gray?

The HEX code of Cathedral Gray (CSP-205) is #948B7D, RGB 148, 139, 125. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.