Ref. #9AA297 · 2139-40
Heather Gray
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Heather Gray Technical Profile
What color is Heather Gray? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #9AA297. Colors similar to Heather Gray include Valspar Spring Spirits, Behr River Pebble, Vista Paint Cannon Ball. Heather Gray has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Heather Gray depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Heather Gray 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 Heather Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heather Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heather Gray
#9AA297
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heather Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heather 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Heather Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heather Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heather Gray have?
Heather Gray by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Heather Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Spring Spirits by Valspar (#9BA396), River Pebble by Behr (#9DA69A), Cannon Ball by Vista Paint (#999F96). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Heather Gray?
Heather Gray has an LRV of 34.9, 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 Heather Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.