Silver AC-21 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5B726A, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Noble Fir from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B726A · AC-21
Silver
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silver Technical Profile
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Silver in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Silver in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSilver
Nearly identical
BehrNoble Fir
Noble Fir
Behr
Nearly identical
Under Water World
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark Stormy Sky Green
PPG
Very similar
Rocky River
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Micropolis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone Bridge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shady Palm
Valspar
Very similar
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver
#5B726A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#679299
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver 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 Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver have?
Silver by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Silver in your own space before committing.
What colors match Silver from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver are Noble Fir by Behr (a near-identical match), Cameroon Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Under Water World by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Silver'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 Silver?
Silver has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.