Copley Gray → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Copley Gray (HC-104), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Copley Gray
If you love Benjamin Moore Copley Gray but need a Farrow & Ball alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Copley Gray (HC-104) is a medium-dark green with muted olive-gray undertones. A complex olive-gray from the Historical Collection. More olive than Sandy Hook Gray, more gray than a true green. One of BM's most sophisticated exterior colors, it reads as earthy and historic. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 30.85) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Copley Gray and every Farrow & Ball color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong Farrow & Ball match for Copley Gray. Pigeon Alt (No.25-2) comes in with a Delta E of 2.4, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Pigeon Alt is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 28. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Copley Gray
Pigeon Alt is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 28. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth.
| Copley Gray | Pigeon Alt | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 30.85 | 28 |
| Hex | #A7A89C | #A2AAA2 |
| Undertone | Muted Olive-Gray | Muted Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Copley Gray has muted olive-gray undertones. A complex olive-gray from the Historical Collection. More olive than Sandy Hook Gray, more gray than a true green. One of BM's most sophisticated exterior colors, it reads as earthy and historic.
Pigeon Alt has muted green undertones. A muted green-gray with F&B's signature chalky quality. Between Treron and Vert De Terre in the range. A classic, understated green.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Copley Gray in Your Room
In bright light, the olive quality is visible and beautiful. In dim rooms, it reads as a warm, earthy medium gray. The olive lean gives it a distinctly New England character that works beautifully on clapboard and shingle-style homes.
Pigeon Alt in Your Room
The green is soft and chalky. In bright rooms, a definite soft green. In dim rooms, a warm green-gray.
LRV and Brightness
Copley Gray has an LRV of 30.85, while Pigeon Alt has an LRV of 28. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Copley Gray
Benjamin Moore recommends Copley Gray for: exterior, accent wall, kitchen, office, living room. With an LRV of 30.85, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Pigeon Alt is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room, hallway. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Copley Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Copley Gray (HC-104) is Pigeon Alt (No.25-2) with a Delta E of 2.4, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Pigeon Alt is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 28. Very close match with F&B's signature chalky depth. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Copley Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with muted olive-gray undertones and an LRV of 30.85. Pigeon Alt is a Farrow & Ball color with muted green undertones and an LRV of 28. With a Delta E of 2.4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2.4, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.