Chic Gray PPU26-10 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CFCCC5, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Slate from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CFCCC5 · PPU26-10
Chic Gray
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Choosing Behr Chic Gray
Compare gray alternatives using the same trim sample. Behr describes Chic Gray as a cool silvery gray; a database undertone label may differ from that manufacturer description.
Manufacturer-published LRV: 60. This differs from the calculated estimate in our catalog.
Manufacturer reference · Checked 2026-09-20
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- PPG Cool Slate #D0CCC5
- Benjamin Moore Nimbus #D0CDC5
- Sherwin-Williams On the Rocks #D0CEC8
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Chic Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFCCC5
RGB207, 204, 197
Estimated LRV60.5
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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Compare alternatives to Chic Gray
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cool Slate
PPG
#D0CCC5
Close digital match
Nimbus
Benjamin Moore
#D0CDC5
Close digital match
On the Rocks
Sherwin-Williams
#D0CEC8
Close digital match
Antique Sterling
Kilz
#CBC9C2
Close digital match
Silvered Fog
Dutch Boy
#D2CEC8
Close digital match
So Chic!
Dunn-Edwards
#CECDC5
Close digital match
Moon Shot
Valspar
#D4CFC7
Close digital match
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
#D1CBC3
Close digital match
Silver Queen
Vista Paint
#CAC8C4
Close digital match
Power Lunch
Hirshfield's
#D4D1C7
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Chic Gray
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chic Gray
#CFCCC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chic Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chic 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chic Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chic Gray have?
Chic 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 Chic Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chic Gray are Cool Slate by PPG (a close digital match), Nimbus by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), On the Rocks by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chic 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 Chic Gray?
Chic Gray has a estimated lightness value of 60.5, 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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