Sterling Silver 1461 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A19F9E, estimated LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elemental Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A19F9E · 1461
Sterling Silver
35%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sterling Silver Technical Profile
HEX Code#A19F9E
RGB161, 159, 158
Estimated LRV34.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Sterling Silver
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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
Digital 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
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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
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Sterling Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sterling Silver have?
Sterling Silver by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sterling Silver from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sterling Silver are Elemental Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Gateway Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Diamond Heights by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sterling 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 Sterling Silver?
Sterling Silver has a estimated lightness value of 34.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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