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Wells Gray

46%LRV Value
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Wells Gray DE6242 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B9B5A4, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jackson Antique from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

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Wells Gray Technical Profile

HEX Code#B9B5A4
RGB185, 181, 164
LRV46.0
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards

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Wells Gray in Every Brand

The closest equivalent to Wells 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-EdwardsWells Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintJackson Antique

Jackson Antique

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Silver Gray

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Sandy Sage

Valspar

Nearly identical

Chimayo Sage

PPG

Nearly identical

Northern Cliffs

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Cliff Face

Dutch Boy

Nearly identical

Stone Walkway

Behr

Nearly identical

Blue Gray

Farrow & Ball

Very similar

Jackson Antique

Hirshfield's

Very similar

Urban Gateway

Kilz

Very similar

Nourish .02

Colorhouse

Very similar

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Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Wells Gray

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Wells Gray

#B9B5A4

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#A1AD85

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Wells Gray

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Silver Gray

Complement

Excalibur Gray

Wells Gray Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Grass Valley

Accent

Spruce Woods

Pop

Ghost Town

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Cool December

Accent

Slightly Jaded

Pop

Smashed Grape

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Cool December

Accent

Stormy Sea

Pop

Dover Straits

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors

Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Wells Gray.

Pewter Patter

Dunn-Edwards · DET627

#BAB4A6

Naturally-Sourced

Dunn-Edwards · DEGR24

#BDB6A6

Natural Process

Dunn-Edwards · DEGR23

#BBB5A9

Rest Easy

Dunn-Edwards · DEGR43

#B6B7A9

Dove'S Cry

Dunn-Edwards · DEGR18

#B8B1A9

Reclaimed Wood

Dunn-Edwards · DET625

#BAB6AB

More gray colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Dynasty Celadon

Behr · PPL-80

#C7CBBE

Frosted Olive

Dutch Boy · 425-2DB

#BEC1B6

Blackened Kettle

Dutch Boy · 439-7DB

#4F4842

Deep Space

Hirshfield's · 0487

#435454

Silver Mink

Benjamin Moore · 1586

#A8B3B1

Hailstorm Gray

Behr · PPU24-17

#BDBEB9

Wells Gray — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Wells Gray have?
Wells 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 Wells Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wells Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wells Gray are Jackson Antique by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Silver Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sandy Sage by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wells 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 Wells Gray?
Wells Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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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