Ref. #515763 · 2740
Mineral Gray
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mineral Gray Technical Profile
What color is Mineral Gray? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #515763. Colors similar to Mineral Gray include Behr Ball Gown, Benjamin Moore Evening Dove, Valspar Rogue Blue. Mineral Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Mineral Gray creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Mineral Gray 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 Mineral Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mineral Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mineral Gray
#515763
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#645C8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mineral Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mineral 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 Mineral 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.
Mineral Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mineral Gray have?
Mineral Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mineral Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Ball Gown by Behr (#535765), Evening Dove by Benjamin Moore (#525B68), Rogue Blue by Valspar (#525A64). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mineral Gray?
Mineral Gray has an LRV of 9.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Mineral Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.