Gossamer Veil → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil (SW 9165), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Gossamer Veil
If you love Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Gossamer Veil (SW 9165) is a light greige with warm soft greige undertones. A light, soft greige. More refined than Agreeable Gray. Gentle warmth with sophisticated gray depth. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 62) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Gossamer Veil 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 Edgecomb Gray (HC-173) with a Delta E of 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Edgecomb Gray is the closest match. Both are soft, warm light greiges. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Gossamer Veil
Edgecomb Gray is the closest match. Both are soft, warm light greiges.
| Gossamer Veil | Edgecomb Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 62 | 63.88 |
| Hex | #D5CFC5 | #DAD2C4 |
| Undertone | Warm Soft Greige | Warm Beige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Gossamer Veil has warm soft greige undertones. A light, soft greige. More refined than Agreeable Gray. Gentle warmth with sophisticated gray depth.
Edgecomb Gray has warm beige undertones. A light, airy greige that sits between Revere Pewter and Pale Oak in depth. Warm without being heavy, with balanced beige-gray undertones.
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
Gossamer Veil in Your Room
Reads as a soft, warm neutral. The greige quality is gentle and never heavy.
Edgecomb Gray in Your Room
One of the more versatile greiges. Reads warm in cool light and stays neutral in warm light. Less likely to pull green than Revere Pewter.
LRV and Brightness
Gossamer Veil has an LRV of 62, while Edgecomb Gray has an LRV of 63.88. 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 Gossamer Veil
Sherwin Williams recommends Gossamer Veil for: whole house, bedroom, living room, hallway, bathroom. With an LRV of 62, this is a light 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.
Edgecomb Gray is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan, whole house. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Gossamer Veil (SW 9165) is Edgecomb Gray (HC-173) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Edgecomb Gray is the closest match. Both are soft, warm light greiges. 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. Gossamer Veil is a Sherwin Williams color with warm soft greige undertones and an LRV of 62. Edgecomb Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige undertones and an LRV of 63.88. With a Delta E of 3.4, 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 3.4, 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.