Ref. #76777A · N140-5
Complex Gray
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Complex Gray Technical Profile
What color is Complex Gray? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #76777A. Colors similar to Complex Gray include Sherwin-Williams Before the Storm, Valspar Ground Truth, Dunn-Edwards Tarnished Silver. Complex Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Complex Gray creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Complex Gray is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Complex Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Complex Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Complex Gray
#76777A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#877CA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Complex Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Complex 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Complex Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Complex Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Complex Gray have?
Complex Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Complex Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Before the Storm by Sherwin-Williams (#74777A), Ground Truth by Valspar (#757576), Tarnished Silver by Dunn-Edwards (#797B80). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Complex Gray?
Complex Gray has an LRV of 18.5, 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 Complex Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.