Ref. #837C6E · CSP-180
River Silt
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
River Silt Technical Profile
What color is River Silt? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #837C6E. Colors similar to River Silt include Vista Paint Fireplace Mantel, Sherwin-Williams Adaptive Shade, Vista Paint Greyswood. River Silt has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, River Silt 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, River Silt 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 River Silt
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With River Silt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
River Silt
#837C6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1A87C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for River Silt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
River Silt 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 River Silt.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
River Silt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does River Silt have?
River Silt by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match River Silt from other brands?
The closest matches are Fireplace Mantel by Vista Paint (#817A6D), Adaptive Shade by Sherwin-Williams (#867E70), Greyswood by Vista Paint (#847B6D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of River Silt?
River Silt has an LRV of 20.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why River Silt's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.