Ref. #9BA1A3 · MQ5-30
Silent Film
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silent Film Technical Profile
What color is Silent Film? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #9BA1A3. Colors similar to Silent Film include Vista Paint Metropolis Mood, Benjamin Moore Delray Gray, Vista Paint Cold Steel. Silent Film has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Silent Film depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Silent Film pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Silent Film
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Delray Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Flannel
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ufo
PPG
Nearly identical
Network Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Serving Platter
Kilz
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silent Film
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silent Film
#9BA1A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silent Film
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silent Film 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 Silent Film.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silent Film — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silent Film have?
Silent Film by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Silent Film from other brands?
The closest matches are Metropolis Mood by Vista Paint (#9BA2A5), Delray Gray by Benjamin Moore (#9BA0A3), Cold Steel by Vista Paint (#9EA4A6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silent Film?
Silent Film has an LRV of 35.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Silent Film's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.