Warm Ash QE-57 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BFB8B0, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Dollar from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFB8B0 · QE-57
Warm Ash
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Warm Ash Technical Profile
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Warm Ash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Ash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWarm Ash
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Dollar
Silver Dollar
PPG
Nearly identical
Stay Calm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cape
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Trinket
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mindful Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ask Me Anything
Valspar
Nearly identical
Purbeck Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Hearthstone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Lichen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Ash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Ash
#BFB8B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Ash 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 Warm Ash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warm Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Ash have?
Warm Ash 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 Warm Ash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Ash are Silver Dollar by PPG (a near-identical match), Pewter Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Stay Calm by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Ash'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 Warm Ash?
Warm Ash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Warm Ash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.