Ref. #C6CACA · 7071
Gray Screen
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gray Screen Technical Profile
What color is Gray Screen? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #C6CACA. Colors similar to Gray Screen include Behr Burnished Metal, Benjamin Moore Pelican Gray, Benjamin Moore Pebble Beach. Gray Screen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Gray Screen 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 cool neutral, Gray Screen pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Gray Screen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Screen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Screen
#C6CACA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Screen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Screen 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 Gray Screen.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gray Screen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Screen have?
Gray Screen by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gray Screen from other brands?
The closest matches are Burnished Metal by Behr (#C7CAC9), Pelican Gray by Benjamin Moore (#C7CCCD), Pebble Beach by Benjamin Moore (#C9CECE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gray Screen?
Gray Screen has an LRV of 58.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Screen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.