Ref. #CCCBC7 · QE-49
Mexican Silver
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mexican Silver Technical Profile
What color is Mexican Silver? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CCCBC7. Colors similar to Mexican Silver include Vista Paint Fading Fog, Sherwin-Williams Zircon, Valspar Filtered Shade. Mexican Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Mexican Silver 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, Mexican Silver 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 Mexican Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mexican Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mexican Silver
#CCCBC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mexican Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mexican Silver 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 Mexican Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mexican Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mexican Silver have?
Mexican Silver by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mexican Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Fading Fog by Vista Paint (#CBCBC7), Zircon by Sherwin-Williams (#CAC9C6), Filtered Shade by Valspar (#CDCBC8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mexican Silver?
Mexican Silver has an LRV of 59.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mexican Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.