Heliotrope Gray DEGR78 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B7B4B7, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gracious Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7B4B7 · DEGR78
Heliotrope Gray
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Heliotrope Gray Technical Profile
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Heliotrope Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Heliotrope Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsHeliotrope Gray
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyGracious Gray
Gracious Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silver Bells
PPG
Nearly identical
Frisky Whiskers
Valspar
Nearly identical
Swanky Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winter Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Pashmina
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hippopotamus Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Silver Dollar
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Let It Rain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heliotrope Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heliotrope Gray
#B7B4B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8599
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heliotrope Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heliotrope Gray 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Heliotrope Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heliotrope Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heliotrope Gray have?
Heliotrope Gray by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Heliotrope Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Heliotrope Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heliotrope Gray are Gracious Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Silver Bells by PPG (a near-identical match), Frisky Whiskers by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Heliotrope Gray'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 Heliotrope Gray?
Heliotrope Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.1, 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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