Alaskan Gray HDC-NT-23G is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BCBEBC, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Streamlined Silver from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BCBEBC · HDC-NT-23G
Alaskan Gray
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Alaskan Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCBEBC
RGB188, 190, 188
Estimated LRV51.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Alaskan Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alaskan Gray
#BCBEBC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alaskan Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alaskan Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Alaskan Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alaskan Gray have?
Alaskan Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Alaskan Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alaskan Gray are Streamlined Silver by Kilz (a close digital match), Prairie Smoke by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Half Dome by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Alaskan Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Alaskan Gray?
Alaskan Gray has a estimated lightness value of 51.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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