Sabre Gray 1482 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A5A89F, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Clouds from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5A89F · 1482
Sabre Gray
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sabre Gray Technical Profile
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Sabre Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sabre Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSabre Gray
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Clouds
Silver Clouds
Behr
Nearly identical
Unusual Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gracious Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Woodlawn
PPG
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Silverado Ranch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Woodsy Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sabre Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sabre Gray
#A5A89F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sabre Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sabre 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 Sabre 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.
Sabre Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sabre Gray have?
Sabre Gray by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sabre Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sabre Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sabre Gray are Silver Clouds by Behr (a near-identical match), Unusual Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Flipper by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sabre Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sabre Gray?
Sabre Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Sabre Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.