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Pearl Gray
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pearl Gray Technical Profile
What color is Pearl Gray? It's a light warm off-white with the hex code #DEE2D9. Colors similar to Pearl Gray include Dunn-Edwards Distant Haze, Hirshfield's Just A Little, Sherwin-Williams Opaline. Pearl Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Pearl Gray reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Pearl 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 Pearl Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl Gray
#DEE2D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl 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 Pearl Gray.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearl Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl Gray have?
Pearl Gray by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Pearl Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Distant Haze by Dunn-Edwards (#DFE4DA), Just A Little by Hirshfield's (#DBE0D6), Opaline by Sherwin-Williams (#DCDFD7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl Gray?
Pearl Gray has an LRV of 74.9, 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 Pearl Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.