Silver Bells 1003-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B8B4B6, estimated 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.
PPG · #B8B4B6 · 1003-3
Silver Bells
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Silver Bells Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8B4B6
RGB184, 180, 182
Estimated LRV46.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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#B8B4B7
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#B7B4B7
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#B8B3B6
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#B9B4B8
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#B5B1B5
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Colors That Work With Silver Bells
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Bells
#B8B4B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8585
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Bells
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Bells 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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Silver Bells — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Bells have?
Silver Bells by PPG 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 Silver Bells from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Bells are Gracious Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Heliotrope Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Frisky Whiskers by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silver Bells'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 Silver Bells?
Silver Bells has a estimated lightness value of 46.2, 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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