Noble Gray HDC-WR15-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C2BFBC, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sugared Bronze from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2BFBC · HDC-WR15-3
Noble Gray
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Noble Gray Technical Profile
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Noble Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Noble Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNoble Gray
Nearly identical
KilzSugared Bronze
Sugared Bronze
Kilz
Nearly identical
Place of Dust
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Pearl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Shadows
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoke
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Light French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Place of Dust
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Misted Silver
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rocky Shelter
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Noble Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Noble Gray
#C2BFBC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Noble Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Noble 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 Noble 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.
Noble Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Noble Gray have?
Noble Gray 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 Noble Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Noble Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Noble Gray are Sugared Bronze by Kilz (a near-identical match), Place of Dust by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Gray Pearl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Noble 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 Noble Gray?
Noble Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.4, 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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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 Noble Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.