Silver Mine reads as crisp and architectural — strong in modern spaces, with natural fixed elements (chrome, stone, glass), or as a quiet anchor. At LRV 53 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Skip it if you want a cozy, warm room — cool neutrals can feel sterile under warm bulbs or in low light.
Ref. #BEC2C1 · PPU26-18
Silver Mine
53%LRV Value
Silver Mine Technical Profile
What color is Behr Silver Mine (PPU26-18)? It's a medium cool gray — hex #BEC2C1, LRV 53. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Silver Mine is PPG Quest — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Eternity and Kilz White Gold also close. At LRV 53, Silver Mine 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 cool neutral, Silver Mine 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. At mid depth, Silver Mine grounds a space without darkening it — it holds up on lower walls, kitchen islands, and as a wraparound where a lighter neutral would feel washed out. 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. At mid depth Silver Mine holds its character across bulb temperatures, shifting only slightly warm under 2700K and slightly crisper under cool daylight.
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Colors Similar to Silver Mine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Silver Mine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Mine
#BEC2C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Silver Mine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Mine 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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Other Behr colors close to Silver Mine.
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Silver Mine — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Silver Mine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Mine are Quest by PPG (a near-identical match), Eternity by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), White Gold by Kilz (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Silver Mine's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Silver Mine?
Silver Mine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.4, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Silver Mine depends on the room. Here's how to choose.