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Meditative
38%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Meditative Technical Profile
What color is Meditative? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #96AAB0. Colors similar to Meditative include Behr Down Pour, Valspar Shale Blue, Behr Ovation. Meditative has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Meditative depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Meditative 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 Meditative
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meditative
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meditative
#96AAB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Meditative
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meditative 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 Meditative.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meditative — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meditative have?
Meditative by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Meditative from other brands?
The closest matches are Down Pour by Behr (#92A9B2), Shale Blue by Valspar (#93A8B1), Ovation by Behr (#9BAFB6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Meditative?
Meditative has an LRV of 38.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Meditative's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.