ColorplanCoventry Gray vs Pavilion Gray
Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray HC-169 compared with Farrow & Ball Pavilion Gray No.242
Coventry Gray is a touch darker (LRV 49 vs 51), a touch cooler and a touch more muted than Pavilion Gray. Coventry Gray has almost no visible undertone, while Pavilion Gray has a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Pavilion Gray reflects more light (LRV 51).
For a north-facing room, Pavilion Gray is the safer choice because its warm undertone balances cool north light.
Side by side
| Coventry Gray | Pavilion Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | HC-169 | No.242 |
| LRV | 49 | 51 |
| Undertone | neutral | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #B8BAB6 | #BFBDB3 |
| Good for | bedrooms, offices | open-plan living areas, hallways |
Questions
What is the difference between Coventry Gray and Pavilion Gray?
Coventry Gray is a touch darker (LRV 49 vs 51), a touch cooler and a touch more muted than Pavilion Gray. Coventry Gray has almost no visible undertone, while Pavilion Gray has a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Coventry Gray or Pavilion Gray?
Pavilion Gray is lighter, with an LRV of 51 against 49.
How does Coventry Gray compare to Pavilion Gray in a north-facing room?
Coventry Gray has a cool undertone that north light will push cooler and grayer; warm white trim helps balance it. In north light Pavilion Gray will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.