Sterling 1591 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CFD3CF, LRV 62 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Curio from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFD3CF · 1591
Sterling
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sterling Technical Profile
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Sterling in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sterling in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSterling
Nearly identical
BehrCurio
Curio
Behr
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Tornado
PPG
Nearly identical
Cool Fog
Kilz
Nearly identical
Grey Mare
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Morning Lake
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metro
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Laguna White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Moorstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rainy Season
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sterling
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sterling
#CFD3CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sterling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sterling 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 Sterling.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sterling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling have?
Sterling by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Sterling in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sterling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sterling are Curio by Behr (a near-identical match), Platinum by Behr (a near-identical match), Skylight by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sterling'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 Sterling?
Sterling has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sterling's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.