Ref. #CFD3CF · 1591
Sterling
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sterling Technical Profile
What color is Sterling? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #CFD3CF. Colors similar to Sterling include Behr Curio, Farrow & Ball Skylight, Behr Salt Glaze. Sterling has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Sterling sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Sterling pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Sterling
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Sterling from other brands?
The closest matches are Curio by Behr (#D1D5D1), Skylight by Farrow & Ball (#CCD0CD), Salt Glaze by Behr (#CED4D0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sterling?
Sterling has an LRV of 62.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Sterling's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.