Ref. #BAB8AC · N210-3
Barista
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Barista Technical Profile
What color is Barista? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #BAB8AC. Colors similar to Barista include MPC Bright Silver Met., Benjamin Moore Bone Black, Dunn-Edwards Play on Gray. Barista has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Barista depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Barista pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Barista
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bright Silver Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Bone Black
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Play on Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hurricane Haze
PPG
Nearly identical
Sensible Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sandy Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chintz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hi Ho Silver
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Barista
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barista
#BAB8AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barista
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barista 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Barista.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Barista — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barista have?
Barista by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Barista from other brands?
The closest matches are Bright Silver Met. by MPC (#BDBAAE), Bone Black by Benjamin Moore (#BAB9AF), Play on Gray by Dunn-Edwards (#BAB6A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Barista?
Barista has an LRV of 47.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Barista's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.