Ref. #CAD8CD · N380-2
Heath Gray
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Heath Gray Technical Profile
What color is Heath Gray? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #CAD8CD. Colors similar to Heath Gray include Benjamin Moore Colony Green, Valspar Juniper Mist, Benjamin Moore Swept Away. Heath Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Heath Gray sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Heath Gray pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Heath Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heath Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heath Gray
#CAD8CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heath Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heath 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 Heath Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heath Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heath Gray have?
Heath Gray by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Heath Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Colony Green by Benjamin Moore (#CDDAD0), Juniper Mist by Valspar (#C7D5C9), Swept Away by Benjamin Moore (#C8D7CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Heath Gray?
Heath Gray has an LRV of 59.0, 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 Heath Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.