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Ref. #B2AEA3 · CSP-105

Smoke Mirrors

42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Smoke Mirrors Technical Profile

What color is Smoke Mirrors? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B2AEA3. Colors similar to Smoke Mirrors include Behr Granite Boulder, MPC Coy Grey, Sherwin-Williams Pussywillow. Smoke Mirrors has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Smoke Mirrors depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Smoke Mirrors 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.

HEX Code#B2AEA3
RGB178, 174, 163
LRV42.4
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors Similar to Smoke Mirrors

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Granite Boulder

Behr

Nearly identical

Coy Grey

MPC

Nearly identical

Pussywillow

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Simply Neutral

Kilz

Nearly identical

Greyhound

PPG

Nearly identical

Drifting Sand

Dutch Boy

Nearly identical

Hunter's White

Valspar

Nearly identical

Homespun Linen

Vista Paint

Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Smoke Mirrors

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Smoke Mirrors

#B2AEA3

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#A4AD85

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Smoke Mirrors

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Plymouth Rock

Complement

Polaris

Smoke Mirrors Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Snow White

Accent

Sterling Forest

Pop

Cognac Snifter

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Chantilly Lace

Accent

Gothic Green

Pop

Purple Heart

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Chantilly Lace

Accent

Stained Glass

Pop

Athens Blue

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Benjamin Moore Colors

Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Smoke Mirrors.

Valley

Benjamin Moore · AC-35

#B7B0A4

Evening Gown

Benjamin Moore · CSP-375

#B6AA9E

Upper West Side

Benjamin Moore · CSP-70

#B0A89C

Rocky Road

Benjamin Moore · CC-470

#B8AB9B

Baja Dunes

Benjamin Moore · 997

#B8AB9B

Sandlot Gray

Benjamin Moore · 2107-50

#BEB0A7

More gray colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Midnight in the Tropics

Vista Paint · K-832

#3F4341

Tibetan Temple

Behr · PPU1-03

#786466

Shadow Taupe

PPG · 14-01

#B4AAA0

Soft Steel

Kilz · RL110

#ACACAC

Prestige

Behr · 750B-4

#B4ADAD

Olive It

PPG · 1032-3

#AEAB9A

Smoke Mirrors — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Smoke Mirrors have?
Smoke Mirrors by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Smoke Mirrors from other brands?
The closest matches are Granite Boulder by Behr (#B2AFA5), Coy Grey by MPC (#B0ABA1), Pussywillow by Sherwin-Williams (#B2ADA4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoke Mirrors?
Smoke Mirrors has an LRV of 42.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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