Gray Owl BNC-37 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #646C62, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Clover from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #646C62 · BNC-37
Gray Owl
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gray Owl Technical Profile
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Gray Owl in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Owl in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGray Owl
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsVelvet Clover
Velvet Clover
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rainy Afternoon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gunmetal Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Mouse Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Succulent
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antiquated Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Hazelwood
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quaking Bog
Valspar
Very similar
Hazelwood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Owl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Owl
#646C62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#679A76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Owl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Owl 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 Owl.
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 Owl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Owl have?
Gray Owl by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Owl in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Owl from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Owl are Velvet Clover by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rainy Afternoon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gunmetal Gray by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Owl'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 Owl?
Gray Owl has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.3, 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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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 Gray Owl's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.