Techno Gray 6170 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BFB9AA, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chintz from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFB9AA · 6170
Techno Gray
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Techno Gray Technical Profile
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Techno Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Techno 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-WilliamsTechno Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintChintz
Chintz
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wilderness Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Naturally-Sourced
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chintz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Northern Cliffs
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sandy Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rocky Road
PPG
Nearly identical
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cliff Face
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purbeck Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Techno Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Techno Gray
#BFB9AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Techno Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Techno 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 Techno 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.
Techno Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Techno Gray have?
Techno 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 Techno Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Techno Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Techno Gray are Chintz by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Wilderness Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Phelps Putty by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Techno 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 Techno Gray?
Techno Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Techno Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.