Play on Gray DE6228 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BAB6A9, 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.
Ref. #BAB6A9 · DE6228
Play on Gray
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Play on Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Play on 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-EdwardsPlay on Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNorthern Cliffs
Northern Cliffs
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Barista
Behr
Nearly identical
Sandy Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Techno Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chintz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ghost Writer
PPG
Nearly identical
Chintz
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cliff Face
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Play on Gray
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Play on 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Play on Gray in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Cosmopolitan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Barista by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Play on Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.