Ref. #C5C0C9 · 6548
Grape Mist
54%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Grape Mist Technical Profile
What color is Grape Mist? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C5C0C9. Colors similar to Grape Mist include Behr Satire, Behr Such Melodrama, Vista Paint Savoy. Grape Mist has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Grape Mist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Grape Mist 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.
Colors Similar to Grape Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grape Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grape Mist
#C5C0C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grape Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grape Mist 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 Grape Mist.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grape Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grape Mist have?
Grape Mist by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Grape Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Satire by Behr (#C2BFCC), Such Melodrama by Behr (#C3BEC3), Savoy by Vista Paint (#BFBDC4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grape Mist?
Grape Mist has an LRV of 53.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grape Mist's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.