Software 7074 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7F8486, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Englewood Cliffs from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F8486 · 7074
Software
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Software in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Software in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSoftware
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEnglewood Cliffs
Englewood Cliffs
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Legendary Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Flagstone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vessel Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Software
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Software
#7F8486
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Software
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Software 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
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Software — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Software have?
Software 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 Software in your own space before committing.
What colors match Software from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Software are Englewood Cliffs by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Whale Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Legendary Gray by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Software'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 Software?
Software has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Software's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.