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Pearl
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pearl Technical Profile
What color is Pearl? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A8B1AA. Colors similar to Pearl include Vista Paint Slate Stone, Hirshfield's Slate Stone, Vista Paint Ocean Cruise. Pearl has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Pearl depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Pearl 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 Pearl
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl
#A8B1AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl 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 Pearl.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl have?
Pearl by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pearl from other brands?
The closest matches are Slate Stone by Vista Paint (#AAB2AA), Slate Stone by Hirshfield's (#ACB4AC), Ocean Cruise by Vista Paint (#AAB5AE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl?
Pearl has an LRV of 42.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pearl's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.