Laid Back Gray T17-09 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3AFA7, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Throwing Shade from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3AFA7 · T17-09
Laid Back Gray
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Laid Back Gray Technical Profile
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Laid Back Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Laid Back Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLaid Back Gray
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsThrowing Shade
Throwing Shade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Museum Piece
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pussywillow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Kalispell
PPG
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Praise Giving
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ashen Grey
Valspar
Very similar
Quincy Granite
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Laid Back Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Laid Back Gray
#B3AFA7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Laid Back Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Laid Back 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 Laid Back 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.
Laid Back Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Laid Back Gray have?
Laid Back Gray 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 Laid Back Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Laid Back Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Laid Back Gray are Throwing Shade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Museum Piece by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pussywillow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Laid Back 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 Laid Back Gray?
Laid Back Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Laid Back Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.