Curio Gray 24 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #988977, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mouse's Back from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #988977 · 24
Curio Gray
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Curio Gray Technical Profile
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Curio Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Curio Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCurio Gray
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallMouse's Back
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Kingsport Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Light Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wild Maitake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Riverbed's Edge
Valspar
Nearly identical
Roasted Chestnut
PPG
Very similar
Seemingly Perfect
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Whipcord
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Curio Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Curio Gray
#988977
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Curio Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Curio 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Curio Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Curio Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Curio Gray have?
Curio Gray by Sherwin-Williams 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 Curio Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Curio Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Curio Gray are Mouse's Back by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Sleeping Cabin by Kilz (a near-identical match), Kingsport Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Curio 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 Curio Gray?
Curio Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.9, 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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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 Curio Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.