Ref. #4E4147 · 740B-6
Windsor
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windsor Technical Profile
What color is Windsor? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4E4147. Colors similar to Windsor include Sherwin-Williams Plum Brown, Vista Paint My Place or Yours?, Valspar Rare Wine. Windsor has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Windsor creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Windsor pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Windsor
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windsor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windsor
#4E4147
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#744F4E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windsor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windsor 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 Windsor.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windsor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windsor have?
Windsor by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Windsor from other brands?
The closest matches are Plum Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#4E4247), My Place or Yours? by Vista Paint (#4E434C), Rare Wine by Valspar (#4D404A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windsor?
Windsor has an LRV of 5.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Windsor's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.