Granite Dust → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Valspar Granite Dust (VR084C), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Granite Dust
If you love Valspar Granite Dust 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 Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Granite Dust (VR084C) is a medium gray with warm gray undertones. A warm, light-medium gray with subtle beige warmth. Named for the fine particles of polished granite. Clean and modern with earthy character. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 50) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Granite Dust 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 Coventry Gray (HC-169) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Coventry Gray is cooler. Granite Dust is warmer. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Granite Dust
Coventry Gray is cooler. Granite Dust is warmer.
| Granite Dust | Coventry Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 50 | 46.84 |
| Hex | #C3C0BA | #C0BEB9 |
| Undertone | Warm Gray | Cool Neutral |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Granite Dust has warm gray undertones. A warm, light-medium gray with subtle beige warmth. Named for the fine particles of polished granite. Clean and modern with earthy character.
Coventry Gray has cool neutral undertones. A balanced mid-tone gray with minimal undertone. One of BM's most neutral grays. Neither warm nor cool, just gray.
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. Granite Dust's warm gray quality may read differently than Coventry Gray's cool neutral 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
Granite Dust in Your Room
Warm and balanced. Reads as a warm gray that avoids being either too cool or too beige. Reliable and versatile.
Coventry Gray in Your Room
Stays remarkably neutral in all lighting. One of the few grays that doesn't pull pink, green, or purple. Clean and contemporary.
LRV and Brightness
Granite Dust has an LRV of 50, while Coventry Gray has an LRV of 46.84. 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 Granite Dust
Valspar recommends Granite Dust for: living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom, office. With an LRV of 50, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Coventry Gray is recommended for: living room, bedroom, office, hallway, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Coventry Gray in the same rooms you planned for Granite Dust.
Granite Dust in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Granite Dust (VR084C) is Coventry Gray (HC-169) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Coventry Gray is cooler. Granite Dust is warmer. 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. Granite Dust is a Valspar color with warm gray undertones and an LRV of 50. Coventry Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with cool neutral undertones and an LRV of 46.84. With a Delta E of 4.4, 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 4.4, 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.