Ref. #C1BDBD · CSP-495
Through the Looking Glass
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Through the Looking Glass Technical Profile
What color is Through the Looking Glass? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C1BDBD. Colors similar to Through the Looking Glass include Behr Grape CrÈme, MPC Greyblue, Behr Grape Creme. Through the Looking Glass has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Through the Looking Glass 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 warm neutral, Through the Looking Glass 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.
Colors Similar to Through the Looking Glass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Through the Looking Glass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Through the Looking Glass
#C1BDBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Through the Looking Glass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Through the Looking Glass 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 Through the Looking Glass.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Through the Looking Glass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Through the Looking Glass have?
Through the Looking Glass by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Through the Looking Glass from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape CrÈme by Behr (#BDBABB), Greyblue by MPC (#C2BEC0), Grape Creme by Behr (#BDBBBC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Through the Looking Glass?
Through the Looking Glass has an LRV of 51.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Through the Looking Glass's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.