Light Gray 17 is a beige paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #B4A693, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Perfect Khaki from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B4A693 · 17
Light Gray
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Light Gray Technical Profile
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Light Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Light Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallLight Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPerfect Khaki
Perfect Khaki
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fretwire
Behr
Nearly identical
Oyster Shoal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rocky Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sedge
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Antiquity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palm Springs Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Worn Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bristol Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Light Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light Gray
#B4A693
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Light Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Light Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light Gray have?
Light Gray by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Light Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Light Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Light Gray are Perfect Khaki by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stone Lion by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fretwire by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Light 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 Light Gray?
Light Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.1, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Light Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.