Flexible Gray 6010 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B1A3A1, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Claystone from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #B1A3A1 · 6010
Flexible Gray
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Flexible Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1A3A1
RGB177, 163, 161
Estimated LRV38.1
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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Colors That Work With Flexible Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flexible Gray
#B1A3A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flexible Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flexible 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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Flexible Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flexible Gray have?
Flexible 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 Flexible Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flexible Gray are Claystone by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Lavender Suede by Behr (a close digital match), Mystical Gray by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flexible 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 Flexible Gray?
Flexible Gray has a estimated lightness value of 38.1, 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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