Ref. #A19F9E · 1461
Sterling Silver
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sterling Silver Technical Profile
What color is Sterling Silver? It's a medium neutral gray with the hex code #A19F9E. Colors similar to Sterling Silver include Behr Gateway Gray, Valspar Sleepy Kitten, Vista Paint Diamond Heights. Sterling Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Sterling Silver depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Sterling Silver is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Sterling Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sterling Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sterling Silver
#A19F9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sterling Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sterling 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 Sterling 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.
Sterling Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling Silver have?
Sterling Silver by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Sterling Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Gateway Gray by Behr (#9E9E9D), Sleepy Kitten by Valspar (#9D9C9C), Diamond Heights by Vista Paint (#A1A1A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sterling Silver?
Sterling Silver has an LRV of 34.8, 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 Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.