Austere Gray 6184 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BEBFB2, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arbor Hollow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #BEBFB2 · 6184
Austere Gray
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Austere Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#BEBFB2
RGB190, 191, 178
Estimated LRV51.4
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#C1C2B4
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#C0C1B2
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Mizzle
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#C0C2B3
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#BFBFAF
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Frosted Olive
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#BEC1B6
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Misty Meadow
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#BEC0B0
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Foggy Seascape
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#BBBCB2
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Colors That Work With Austere Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Austere Gray
#BEBFB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Austere Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Austere 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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Austere Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Austere Gray have?
Austere Gray by Sherwin-Williams 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 Austere Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Austere Gray are Arbor Hollow by Behr (a close digital match), Wharf Wind by Valspar (a close digital match), Horizon Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Austere 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 Austere Gray?
Austere Gray has a estimated lightness value of 51.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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