Pumice MQ6-23 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BCB9AF, estimated LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stoneware Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #BCB9AF · MQ6-23
Pumice
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pumice Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCB9AF
RGB188, 185, 175
Estimated LRV48.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Stoneware Clay
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#BCB9AE
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Hikers Paradise
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#BEBBB1
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Soulful Grey
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#BBB8AF
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Thunder
Benjamin Moore
#BEB9AE
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Mindful Gray
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#BCB7AD
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#C0BBAE
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Colors That Work With Pumice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumice
#BCB9AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumice 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
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Pumice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumice have?
Pumice by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pumice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pumice are Stoneware Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hikers Paradise by PPG (a close digital match), Soulful Grey by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pumice'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 Pumice?
Pumice has a estimated lightness value of 48.5, 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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