Dover Gray → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for PPG Dover Gray (PPG0998-5), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Dover Gray
If you love PPG Dover Gray 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 PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dover Gray (PPG0998-5) is a medium-dark gray with warm medium gray undertones. A warm, medium gray named for the famous English cliffs. Warmer than Cool Concrete, lighter than Up In Smoke. A substantial, grounding neutral. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 28) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dover Gray 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 Stone House (2112-40) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Stone House is greener. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Dover Gray
Stone House is greener.
| Dover Gray | Stone House | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 28 | 24.55 |
| Hex | #A29F99 | #9C9B95 |
| Undertone | Warm Medium Gray | Cool Stone Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Dover Gray has warm medium gray undertones. A warm, medium gray named for the famous English cliffs. Warmer than Cool Concrete, lighter than Up In Smoke. A substantial, grounding neutral.
Stone House has cool stone gray undertones. A cool, stony mid-dark gray with subtle green undertones. The color of weathered limestone. Grounding and architectural.
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. Dover Gray's warm medium gray quality may read differently than Stone House's cool stone 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
Dover Gray in Your Room
Warm and balanced. In bright rooms, a warm medium gray. In dim rooms, grounding warmth.
Stone House in Your Room
The green undertone is subtle. Reads as a clean, cool gray in most conditions. Solid and reliable.
LRV and Brightness
Dover Gray has an LRV of 28, while Stone House has an LRV of 24.55. 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 Dover Gray
PPG recommends Dover Gray for: living room, bedroom, exterior, office, accent wall. With an LRV of 28, 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.
Stone House is recommended for: exterior, accent wall, office, cabinets, bathroom vanity. 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.
Dover Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Dover Gray (PPG0998-5) is Stone House (2112-40) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Stone House is greener. 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. Dover Gray is a PPG color with warm medium gray undertones and an LRV of 28. Stone House is a Benjamin Moore color with cool stone gray undertones and an LRV of 24.55. With a Delta E of 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 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.