Bunglehouse Gray by Sherwin-Williams paint color
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Bunglehouse Gray

28%LRV Value
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Bunglehouse Gray Technical Profile

What color is Bunglehouse Gray? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #988F7B. Colors similar to Bunglehouse Gray include Valspar Good Earth, Benjamin Moore Worn Leather Shoes, Behr Smokey Tan. Bunglehouse Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Bunglehouse Gray depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Bunglehouse Gray pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.

HEX Code#988F7B
RGB152, 143, 123
LRV27.8
UndertoneNeutral
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors Similar to Bunglehouse Gray

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Good Earth

Valspar

Nearly identical

Worn Leather Shoes

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Smokey Tan

Behr

Nearly identical

Utility Wear

Vista Paint

Very similar

Weather Board

Dunn-Edwards

Very similar

Durango Grey

MPC

Very similar

Heirloom Brooch

Kilz

Very similar

Sylvan

PPG

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Bunglehouse Gray

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Bunglehouse Gray

#988F7B

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#A6AD85

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Bunglehouse Gray

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

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Roasted Chestnut

Complement

Tranquil Pond

Bunglehouse Gray Room Palettes

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

Walls

Winter Walk

Trim

UltraWhite

Accent

This Color

Pop

Chamois

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

Window Pane

Trim

UltraWhite

Accent

This Color

Pop

Clematis

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

Spatial White

Trim

UltraWhite

Accent

This Color

Pop

Danube

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors

Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Bunglehouse Gray.

Studio Clay

Sherwin-Williams · 9172

#958D7F

Hammered Silver

Sherwin-Williams · 2840

#978A7F

Sycamore Tan

Sherwin-Williams · 2855

#9C8A79

Green Earth

Sherwin-Williams · 7748

#9A9883

Dovetail

Sherwin-Williams · 7018

#908A83

Green Onyx

Sherwin-Williams · 9128

#989A82

More gray colors from other brands

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

Galaxy

Benjamin Moore · 2117-20

#423E45

Charming Violet

Hirshfield's · 1221

#8C7281

Midnight in the Tropics

Vista Paint · K-832

#3F4341

Tibetan Temple

Behr · PPU1-03

#786466

Shadow Taupe

PPG · 14-01

#B4AAA0

Silver Peony

Benjamin Moore · 1475

#C7BFC3

Bunglehouse Gray — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Bunglehouse Gray have?
Bunglehouse Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bunglehouse Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Good Earth by Valspar (#99907A), Worn Leather Shoes by Benjamin Moore (#978D77), Smokey Tan by Behr (#988F7F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bunglehouse Gray?
Bunglehouse Gray has an LRV of 27.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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