ColorplanEdgecomb Gray vs Agreeable Gray
Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray HC-173 compared with Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray SW 7029
Edgecomb Gray is a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Agreeable Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 2.0) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 2.0 · Very close
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Side by side
| Edgecomb Gray | Agreeable Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | HC-173 | SW 7029 |
| LRV | 60 | 60 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #D3CABC | #D0CBC0 |
| Good for | open-plan living areas, hallways | open-plan living areas, hallways |
Questions
What is the difference between Edgecomb Gray and Agreeable Gray?
Edgecomb Gray is a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Agreeable Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 2.0) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Edgecomb Gray or Agreeable Gray?
They have the same LRV (60), so they're equally light.
How does Edgecomb Gray compare to Agreeable Gray in a north-facing room?
Edgecomb Gray's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms. In north light Agreeable 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.