Seared Gray T15-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #495157, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vermont Slate from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #495157 · T15-2
Seared Gray
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Seared Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#495157
RGB73, 81, 87
Estimated LRV8.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#495259
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#48535A
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#4B535B
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Colors That Work With Seared Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seared Gray
#495157
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#54577F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seared Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seared 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
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Seared Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seared Gray have?
Seared Gray 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 Seared Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seared Gray are Vermont Slate by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dutch Licorice by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Seared 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 Seared Gray?
Seared Gray has a estimated lightness value of 8.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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