Plummett → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Farrow & Ball Plummett (No.272), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Plummett
If you love Farrow & Ball Plummett but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Plummett (No.272) is a medium-dark gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 24) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Plummett and every Benjamin Moore 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 results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Rockport Gray (HC-105) with a Delta E of 4.1, which is a "good match" level match. Rockport Gray is warmer and greener. Plummett is more neutral. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Plummett
Rockport Gray is warmer and greener. Plummett is more neutral.
| Plummett | Rockport Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 24 | 29.77 |
| Hex | #999996 | #A3A199 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Warm Green-Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Plummett has cool neutral gray undertones. A cool, balanced mid-dark gray. One of the most truly neutral grays in the F&B range. Named for the plumb line used in construction. Straight, true, and honest, just like the color.
Rockport Gray has warm green-gray undertones. A classic medium gray from the Historical Collection. Warm green undertones give it an organic quality.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Plummett's cool neutral gray quality may read differently than Rockport Gray's warm green-gray character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Plummett in Your Room
Stays remarkably neutral in all conditions. The most predictable gray in the F&B range. Does not pull warm, cool, blue, green, or purple. Under all light sources, it simply reads as gray.
Rockport Gray in Your Room
The green is subtle. Reads as a warm, solid mid-tone gray in most conditions.
LRV and Brightness
Plummett has an LRV of 24, while Rockport Gray has an LRV of 29.77. That means Rockport Gray reflects more light. If you switch from Plummett to Rockport Gray, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Plummett
Farrow & Ball recommends Plummett for: bathroom, bedroom, office, hallway, accent wall. With an LRV of 24, this is a medium-dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
Rockport Gray is recommended for: exterior, living room, bedroom, office, accent wall. 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.
Plummett in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Plummett (No.272) is Rockport Gray (HC-105) with a Delta E of 4.1, which rates as a "good match" match. Rockport Gray is warmer and greener. Plummett is more neutral. 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. Plummett is a Farrow & Ball color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 24. Rockport Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with warm green-gray undertones and an LRV of 29.77. With a Delta E of 4.1, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. 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 4.1, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.