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Pearl Gray
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pearl Gray Technical Profile
What color is Pearl Gray? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #CBCEC5. Colors similar to Pearl Gray include Valspar Chilean Sea Bass, Dunn-Edwards Silhouette, Behr Doeskin Gray. Pearl Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Pearl Gray 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, Pearl Gray 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 Pearl Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pearl Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Chilean Sea Bass by Valspar (#CDD0C7), Silhouette by Dunn-Edwards (#CBCDC4), Doeskin Gray by Behr (#CDCEC5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl Gray?
Pearl Gray has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.