Play on Gray DE6228 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BAB6A9, estimated LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Northern Cliffs from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #BAB6A9 · DE6228
Play on Gray
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Choosing Dunn-Edwards Play on Gray
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Manufacturer reference · Checked 2026-09-20
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- Benjamin Moore Northern Cliffs #BBB6A8
- Behr Barista #BAB8AC
- Valspar Sandy Sage #BDB9AA
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Play on Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#BAB6A9
RGB186, 182, 169
Estimated LRV46.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Compare alternatives to Play on Gray
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Northern Cliffs
Benjamin Moore
#BBB6A8
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Barista
Behr
#BAB8AC
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Sandy Sage
Valspar
#BDB9AA
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Techno Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#BFB9AA
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Chintz
Hirshfield's
#C0BBAE
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Ghost Writer
PPG
#BCB7AD
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Chintz
Vista Paint
#C1BBAD
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Cliff Face
Dutch Boy
#BCBAAB
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Urban Gateway
Kilz
#BCB5A9
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Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
#B5AFA0
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Colorhouse
#B5B8B1
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Colors That Work With Play on Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Play on Gray
#BAB6A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Play on Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Play on 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
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Play on Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Play on Gray have?
Play on Gray by Dunn-Edwards 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 Play on Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Play on Gray are Northern Cliffs by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cosmopolitan by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Barista by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Play on 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 Play on Gray?
Play on Gray has a estimated lightness value of 46.8, 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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