Pearl Gray 52 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CBCEC5, LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chilean Sea Bass from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBCEC5 · 52
Pearl Gray
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pearl Gray Technical Profile
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Pearl Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pearl Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPearl Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparChilean Sea Bass
Chilean Sea Bass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Silhouette
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Setting
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bay Of Fundy
PPG
Nearly identical
White Rapids
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vapor Trails
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lanolin
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stone .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cromarty
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl Gray
#CBCEC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl 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 Pearl 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.
Pearl Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl Gray have?
Pearl Gray by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pearl Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pearl Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pearl Gray are Chilean Sea Bass by Valspar (a near-identical match), Silhouette by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Silver Setting by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pearl 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 Pearl Gray?
Pearl Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Pearl Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.