Zircon 7667 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CAC9C6, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cold Embrace from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAC9C6 · 7667
Zircon
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Zircon Technical Profile
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Zircon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Zircon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsZircon
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCold Embrace
Cold Embrace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silver Queen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mexican Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Band
PPG
Nearly identical
Filtered Shade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Metro Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Snowglory
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Boardwalk
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moon Beam
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Worsted
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Zircon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zircon
#CAC9C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zircon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zircon 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 Zircon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zircon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zircon have?
Zircon 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 Zircon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Zircon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zircon are Cold Embrace by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Silver Queen by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Mexican Silver by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Zircon'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 Zircon?
Zircon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Zircon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.