Gray Ashlar N170-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CAC1BE, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oyster Bay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAC1BE · N170-3
Gray Ashlar
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gray Ashlar Technical Profile
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Gray Ashlar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Ashlar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGray Ashlar
Nearly identical
ValsparOyster Bay
Oyster Bay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Roma Haze Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Orchid Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dove Feather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Orchid Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wintered Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Vaguely Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Porcelain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Ashlar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Ashlar
#CAC1BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Ashlar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Ashlar 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 Gray Ashlar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Ashlar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Ashlar have?
Gray Ashlar by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Ashlar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Ashlar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Ashlar are Oyster Bay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Roma Haze Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Hush by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Ashlar'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 Gray Ashlar?
Gray Ashlar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Ashlar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.