Dominant Gray BXC-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #444D4A, estimated LRV 9 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Green from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #444D4A · BXC-17
Dominant Gray
9%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dominant Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#444D4A
RGB68, 77, 74
Estimated LRV9.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#464C49
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Colors That Work With Dominant Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dominant Gray
#444D4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E6F76
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dominant Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dominant 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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Dominant Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dominant Gray have?
Dominant Gray by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Dominant Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dominant Gray are Studio Green by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Total Eclipse by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Shaded Forest by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dominant 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 Dominant Gray?
Dominant Gray has a estimated lightness value of 9.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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