Samovar Silver 6233 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B8BEBE, estimated LRV 51 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Maiden Mist from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #B8BEBE · 6233
Samovar Silver
51%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Samovar Silver Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8BEBE
RGB184, 190, 190
Estimated LRV50.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Samovar Silver
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Samovar Silver
#B8BEBE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Samovar Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Samovar Silver 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
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Samovar Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Samovar Silver have?
Samovar Silver by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Samovar Silver from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Samovar Silver are Maiden Mist by PPG (a close digital match), Winter Solstice by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Blue Springs by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Samovar Silver'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 Samovar Silver?
Samovar Silver has a estimated lightness value of 50.7, 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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